Summer Grilled Peach Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Summer Grilled Peach Salad
30 min.
4
505kcal

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As summer graces us with its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, what could be better than a refreshing and stylish Summer Grilled Peach Salad? This dish perfectly captures the essence of the season, combining the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches with the peppery zing of arugula. It’s a feast for the eyes and the palate, appealing to both vegetarians and those following a gluten-free diet.

Imagine biting into warm, caramelized peaches that have been kissed by the grill, their natural sweetness enhanced by the melting Gorgonzola cheese nestled in their centers. Paired with crunchy, toasted pecans and a drizzle of honey, each forkful is a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The addition of chives adds a fresh note, rounding out this salad into a dish that’s not only visually stunning but also rich in taste.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is the perfect side dish for summer gatherings, barbeques, or even a light lunch. Its ability to shine as an antipasto starter or a snack makes it a versatile choice for any occasion. Gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful and nutritious salad that embodies the spirit of summertime cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula 
  • tablespoons chives finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin divided
  • oz wedge gorgonzola cheese 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • large peaches fresh ripe halved
  • cup pecans 
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 10 to 12 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.
  3. Preheat grill to 350 to 400 (medium-high) heat. Gently toss peach halves in 1 Tbsp. olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Grill peaches, cut sides down, covered with grill lid, 2 to 3 minutes or until golden. Turn peaches, and place 1 cheese piece in center of each peach; grill, covered with grill lid, 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese begins to melt.
  4. Toss arugula with remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Arrange arugula on a serving platter; sprinkle with toasted pecans, and top with grilled peach halves.
  5. Drizzle peaches with honey, and sprinkle with chives.
  6. *Aged balsamic vinegar may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories505kcal
Protein7.73%
Fat62.5%
Carbs29.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.63
Glycemic Load
15.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.977391323318%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.02mg
Delphinidin
1.8mg
Catechin
10.4mg
Epigallocatechin
3.21mg
Epicatechin
4.3mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
1.09mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.53mg
Kaempferol
4.02mg
Quercetin
2.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:504.78kcal
25.24%
Fat:37.01g
56.93%
Saturated Fat:8.32g
52.02%
Carbohydrates:39.67g
13.22%
Net Carbohydrates:34.43g
12.52%
Sugar:33.43g
37.15%
Cholesterol:21.26mg
7.09%
Sodium:546.36mg
23.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.3g
20.6%
Manganese:1.28mg
63.91%
Vitamin K:27.21µg
25.92%
Copper:0.46mg
23.13%
Phosphorus:223.69mg
22.37%
Vitamin A:1103.26IU
22.07%
Vitamin E:3.25mg
21.69%
Fiber:5.24g
20.96%
Calcium:192.89mg
19.29%
Zinc:2.38mg
15.87%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.61%
Magnesium:56.23mg
14.06%
Selenium:8.94µg
12.77%
Potassium:440.05mg
12.57%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.54%
Vitamin C:9.92mg
12.03%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.34%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.28%
Folate:37.85µg
9.46%
Iron:1.63mg
9.05%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.86%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.76%
Source:My Recipes