Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A light and refreshing salad featuring grilled peaches, salty prosciutto, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect as a starter before a rich and spicy risotto.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

345

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.46

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner•Dessert•Salad•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Italian

Main Ingredient:

Rice

Cooking Style:

Grilling

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

2mediumPeaches(halved and pitted)

£1.20

4ozProsciutto(thinly sliced)

£3.50

5ozArugula(baby arugula)

£1.75

0.5cupBalsamic Vinegar(good quality balsamic vinegar)

£0.75

1tablespoonHoney(optional, for extra sweetness in the glaze)

£0.15

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(extra virgin olive oil)

£0.20

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper(freshly ground)

2ozGoat Cheese(crumbled (optional))

£1.50

0.3cupFresh Basil(chopped, for garnish)

£0.80

Total Cost

£9.85

£2.46 per serving

The Method

1
Prepare the Balsamic Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the vinegar has reduced and thickened into a syrupy consistency. Be careful not to burn it. Let it cool slightly.
2
Grill the Peaches: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat. Brush the cut sides of the peach halves with olive oil. Grill the peaches, cut-side down, for 3-5 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the peaches are slightly softened. Flip and grill for another 2 minutes.
3
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, gently toss the arugula with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Divide the arugula among four plates.
4
Arrange the Salad: Top each bed of arugula with grilled peach halves, prosciutto slices, and crumbled goat cheese (if using).
5
Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salads. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (120g)

345 kcal / 1443 kJ

Carbs

21g

8% of RDA

Fat

22g

31% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

17 g

19% of RDA

Sodium

650 mg

28% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a smoky flavor, use an outdoor grill with wood chips.

If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the peaches in a skillet with olive oil.

Adjust the amount of balsamic glaze to your liking.

Add a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for added texture.

Cooking Equipment

Grill pan or outdoor grill

Small saucepan

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

The Method