Fresh Grilled Peach Salad

Time :25 minutes
Yield :6 servings

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Giving floral, juicy peach slices a kiss from the grill unlocks a new dimension to their already eternal summer flavor! That's why Fresh Grilled Peach Salad puts those delicious grilled slices front and center! On top of a bed of fresh arugula speckled with sharp feta, the peach slices shine like the afternoon sun! A tangy homemade vinaigrette doesn't go amiss either! Fresh Grilled Peach Salad is a refreshing new way to enjoy your favorite greens and fruits while they're in season!
Giving floral, juicy peach slices a kiss from the grill unlocks a new dimension to their already eternal summer flavor! That's why Fresh Grilled Peach Salad puts those delicious grilled slices front and center! On top of a bed of fresh arugula speckled with sharp feta, the peach slices shine like the afternoon sun! A tangy homemade vinaigrette doesn't go amiss either! Fresh Grilled Peach Salad is a refreshing new way to enjoy your favorite greens and fruits while they're in season!

Ingredients

  • neutral oil to taste, for oiling the grill grates
  • 2 firm ripe peaches quartered (about 1 pound total)
  • 2 (5-ounce) packages baby arugula
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 3/4 cup fresh mint leaves torn
  • 3/4 cup pistachios toasted and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  • Preheat the grill to high heat, about 450-550 degrees F.
  • Using the neutral oil, generously oil the grill grates.
  • Place the peaches, cut-side down, on the oiled grill grates and grill, uncovered and flipping them frequently, until well-charred, about 4 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the arugula, the feta, the mint, and the pistachios and toss to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, add the extra-virgin olive oil, the vinegar, the lemon juice, the Dijon mustard, the honey, the salt, and the pepper and whisk until well-combined.
  • Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss to combine.
  • Add the grilled peaches over the salad.
  • Serve.
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