Grilled Peach and Arugula Salad with Prosciutto

This Grilled Peach Salad combines arugula, goat cheese, and prosciutto with juicy grilled peaches and a tangy balsamic dressing for the ultimate summer salad.

This Grilled Peach Salad is loaded with prosciutto, goat cheese, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

In my cupboard sits two matching sets of nested mixing bowls I bought at Costco. They’re the perfect size for all kinds of kitchen tasks, and because they have lids, they’re also my go-tos for toting side dishes to potlucks or get togethers. I used and loved my first set so much, I bought a second.

I never thought having two identical sets could be a problemย until one fateful night a few weeks ago when I had a serious mom-brain moment. Earlier in the day, I had whisked together the dry ingredients for giant bakery style chocolate chunk cookiesย in one of the bowls, popped the lid on and set it on the counter.

Then, I prepared this delicious Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad. I popped the lid on that bowl and slid it into the fridge.ย Later that evening, I pulled the bowl out of the fridge just to make sure I wouldn’t forget it as we were flying out the door to head to a family potluck. You see where this is going, right? In our rush, I grabbed the wrong bowl off the counter, leaving my poor salad behind.

This Grilled Peach Arugula Salad is loaded with prosciutto and goat cheese for the ultimate summer salad.

I didn’t realize my mistake until we got to the party, and I handed the bowl over to my mom to set out. She came back after a minute with a bewildered look on her face and asked, “What kind of salad did you say you made again, Courtney?” I told her. With a questioning eyebrow and a bit of a giggle, she opened the lid of the bowl to reveal a mound ofย flour, baking soda, and a lone measuring spoon.

I had to inform her that no, eating raw flour as a salad was not some sort of new trend, andย in fact my salad was sitting at home all by its lonesome. We all had a good laugh about it but I did owe my family a taste of this salad at a later date. As it turns out, it paired perfectly with a Gluten Free Margherita Pizza from California Pizza Kitchen that everyone (including my gluten intolerant mama) could enjoy.

Your ultimate summer salad is right here! This Grilled Peach Salad with arugula, prosciutto, and goat cheese is perfect for all your summer gatherings!

On busy weeknights, I love being able to pair a frozen pizza with a healthy side dish for a quick and balanced meal. CPK’s Margherita Pizza has a crispy thin crust, vine ripened tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil…so basically the flavor is SUMMER.

I paired it with the ultimate summer salad, loaded with juicy grilled fresh peaches, crumbled goat cheese, and prosciutto over a pile of peppery arugula leaves.

With a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, and just the right balance of sweet, smoky, and savory, this is definitely the salad you’ll want to tote along to all your summer gatherings. Just make sure you grab the right bowl!

Juicy peaches, arugula, goat cheese, and prosciutto combine for the ultimate Grilled Peach Salad!

This Grilled Peach Salad is loaded with prosciutto, goat cheese, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 freestone peaches
  • 1 Tablespoon butter, melted
  • 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • 4 strips prosciutto, torn or sliced into small strips

Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium high heat. Alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium high heat on the stove. Halve the peaches and remove the pit. Brush the halves with butter then place them flesh side down on the grill grates at an angle. Grill for 2-3 minutes or until grill marks have appeared. Place at the opposite angle and grill for an additional 2 minutes. Remove peaches to a plate. Slice, if desired.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, and honey until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. Toss the arugula with the vinaigrette mixture, reserving a few Tablespoons for the end.
  • Toss the goat cheese and prosciutto with the arugula. Arrange peach halves or slices around the outside. Drizzle with the remaining dressing. Serve immediately.
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