Few things are more satisfying than gathering family and friends around the table. This Balsamic Peach, Burrata & Prosciutto Salad makes a fine addition to any special meal.
We’re pulling out all the stops today.
It’s August!? Whaaaaa? When did this happen? I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking that this summer is zipping by. The older I get, the faster it goes, and the more I want it to slowwwww down.
We’ve had a sensational summer filled with so much family and friends. The memories alone will keep me warm in the winter. (I know, I know! Bite my tongue. Sorry. No more mentions of Old Man Winter until it is absolutely necessary.)
So, while it’s still scorchin’ out, how about we highlight one of my favorite sizzling-weather foods.
The first that comes to my mind? Peaches. Yours too?
We’ve enjoyed peaches in this, this and this.
And now peaches paired with burrata, prosciutto, balsamic and honey? Delicious.
This dish represents the sweet smoldering days of August.
This eighth month of the year, which carries with it the pressure of making sure we head into fall on a sweet summer note, needs all the support it can get.
I for one believe it can do it.
And as long as peaches and burrata are in the world – August will always do its job!
Ingredients for this Balsamic Peach, Burrata & Prosciutto Salad:
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- Fresh peaches
- Prosciutto
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Arugula
- Burrata
- Olive Oil
- Honey
- Salt & pepper
Cook’s Notes for Balsamic Peach, Burrata & Prosciutto Salad:
- There are so many iterations of this salad on the interwebs, I’ve made mine a little different by adding balsamic vinegar to the peaches before roasting, and a drizzle of honey before serving. Feel free to add a little brown sugar and butter before baking the peaches if balsamic is not your thing.
- Roasting the peaches makes them warm and silky, but slicing them up without roasting is also a nice alternative.
- Burrata comes in different sizes, feel free to add as large or small, as many or as few as you’d like.
The difference between Burrata and Mozzarella:
Burrata and mozzarella are two types of semi-soft Italian cheese, however, burrata is mozzarella that is formed into a pouch and filled with soft curd and cream. Whereas mozzarella is made with cow or water buffalo milk and has an elastic texture.
They say you eat with your eyes first….try not to get too full at first glance! 😉
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A FEW MORE SUMMER SALAD RECIPES:
Spinach and Orzo with Stone Fruit & Blueberry Thyme Vinaigrette
Crispy Wedge with Creamy Blue Cheese and Maple Bacon
Buon Appetito!
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Balsamic Peach, Burrata & Prosciutto Salad
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Salad
Description
Few things are more satisfying than gathering family and friends around the table. This Balsamic Peach, Burrata & Prosciutto Salad makes a fine addition to any special meal.
Ingredients
1 lb. peaches, each peach cut into 8 wedges
1/3 lb. thinly sliced prosciutto
A good drizzle of balsamic vinegar (about 3 Tbs.)
4 cups loosely packed baby arugula
4 (2 oz.) burrata balls
Olive oil
Healthy drizzle of honey
Kosher salt & cracked black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 F.
Put the sliced peaches in a bowl. Add the balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
Place in the oven for about 20 minutes, until peaches are tender but still retaining their shape.
Remove from oven.
Prepare 4 dinner plates with arugula and 4 thin slices of prosciutto. Top with peaches and burrata, a drizzle of honey, a crank of salt, and cracked black pepper.
Enjoy!
I love salads like this in the summer, Annie – simple, easy and delicious. Perfect for these hot last days of summer! Hope you are having a great summer!
What a lovely combination of ingredients. This salad is perfect for hot summer days!
It sure is! Thanks, Kathy!!
So would have never thought to put this all together in a dish but you did and it looks absolutely amazing!
They marry so well! Thanks, pal!
This salad is beautiful Annie! Perfect for summer and I love any excuse to eat prosciutto!! 😉
Thanks so much, Ashlyn!
Where has the year gone? I swear every year they seem to go faster!! This salad though – what a beauty! I am burrata obsessed, and peach is delicious with it! Yum!
Thank you, Alexandra!! It’s a keeper!
Annie!! This salad is everything. I”m so glad you’ve had an amazing summer with your family 🙂 I just want summer to slow down and let us devour delicious summery salads like this!
Yep, I support that plan! Thanks, friend!
August arrived much too quickly for me! But I’m glad it’s here because of PEACHES! This looks fantastic!
Yep! I’ll take all the peaches and corn! 🙂
Seriously, how can it be August!? I’m so glad you’re having such a great summer, Annie. Same here! And I’m loving the flavor and texture combination of this beautiful salad. Creamy burrata, peppery arugula and warm balsamic kissed peaches sound absolutely delicious!
Yesss! You know it! Thank you, my friend!
I love peaches in combination with fresh cheese and this salad is definitely a great way to enjoy summer – add a glass of crisp pino grigio or peach ale! Cheers, my friend!
Yum – I’ll take that peach ale!! Thanks, Milena!
Summer is definitely flying by! I want to stop the clock (and the weather :), too. We are just starting to get Ontario peaches, so this beautiful salad will be on the menu soon, for sure.
I am with you 100%! Thanks, Jen! Enjoy!
Absolutely loving this flavor combinatio for a salad Annie! So light, flavorful and refreshing! Pinned and trying very soonn! Hope you have an awesome week!
Just a nice nice salad! Thanks, Mare!
I can’t believe it’s August either!! It’s insane how fast the year is going. That’s why it’s important to enjoy every single day, right 😉 ? This salad has my name written alllll over it, my friend! From the peaches to the burrata to the prosciutto – so much YUM!!! Pinned! Have a fabulous week! XOXO
Yes – time can take a breather! So happy you like!! Thanks, friend! xoxo
I can’t believe we are into August already, and I totally agree, the older I get, the quicker time goes by. And some days, I just want it to stand still! This salad is the perfect way to slow down and enjoy the very best of summer!
All the good stuff right here! Thanks, friend!
This is gorgeous. Girlfriends are coming over later this week and this might fit into my menu. I can’t get buratta easily, unfortunately, but whenever we travel I make sure to order it. Once in NYC we had grilled bread served with stracciatella (SP?) which is the INSIDE of buratta! Omg it was heavenly.
Ooooh – that bread sounds amazing!! Enjoy your time with your friends!