Irresistible Grilled Peach Caprese Salad
A fresh and flavorful summer side dish featuring smoky grilled peaches, creamy mozzarella, tangy tomatoes, and fresh basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls or one large ball, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn or roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze or reduction
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: handful of toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the peaches. Slice each peach in half and gently remove the pit. Brush the cut sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 375°F (190°C).
- Place the peach halves cut-side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes without moving them to get grill marks and slight softening. Flip and grill the skin side for another 2 minutes. Remove from grill and let cool slightly.
- While peaches grill, halve the cherry tomatoes and tear the basil leaves. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Cut fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch slices or roughly tear if using balls. Add to the bowl with tomatoes and basil.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
- Arrange the grilled peach halves on a serving platter. Spoon the dressed tomato, basil, and mozzarella mixture over and around the peaches.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the entire salad. Sprinkle optional toasted pine nuts or walnuts if using.
- Serve immediately while peaches are still slightly warm.
Notes
Use firm peaches to avoid mushiness. Brush peaches with olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage caramelization. Pat peaches dry if extra juicy to avoid flare-ups. Toss salad gently to keep mozzarella intact. For dairy-free, substitute mozzarella with marinated tofu or vegan cheese. Balsamic glaze can be homemade by simmering balsamic vinegar until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 c
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
Keywords: grilled peach salad, Caprese salad, summer side dish, fresh mozzarella, grilled fruit salad, easy summer recipes