Grilled Peach Salad

I feel like there are two types of people. Those who love fruit on their salad, and those who don't. I'm definitely someone who LOVES to add fruit. The little bit of sweetness it brings to a salad is so good that I wind up craving salad all summer long. What better season to do it than summer?! When the fruit is fresh and when you can grill it to get a bit caramelized..... YUM!

This bed of spring mix and arugula is topped with grilled chicken, grilled peaches, goat cheese, blueberries, candied pecans, and a simple vinaigrette. It is refreshing and delicious and you need to try it!

Grilled Peach Salad, Serves 2 

Ingredients (Candied Pecans) 

• 1/4 cup chopped pecans 
• 1 Tbsp honey 
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon 
• 1 Tbsp water

Ingredients (Honey Vinaigrette)

• 1 Tbsp honey 
• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 
• 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 
• a pinch of salt

Ingredients (Grilled Peach Salad)

• 2 ripe, firm peaches
• 1/2 tsp olive oil 
• 4 cups spring mix
• 2 cups arugula
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 4 Tbsp crumbled goat cheese

I know! It seems like there are a lot of ingredients, but I PROMISE this salad is easy to throw together, and once you do it once, it'll be even easier the second time!

Instructions (Pecans)

• Place all ingredients into a small skillet on medium/high heat. 
• Allow honey mixture to boil and reduce until pan becomes dry 
• Add a touch of butter to let the pecans separate 
• Remove from the skillet and onto wax paper, spread to cool 

Instructions (Honey Vinaigrette) 

• Add all ingredients to a small dish or small mason jar, shake well to combine

Instructions (Grilled Peach Salad)

• Preheat Grill to high heat
• Cut peaches, and remove the pit, cut each peach into 4 wedges 
• Place the peaches in a bowl and toss with olive oil 
• Grill the peaches for 2 minute per side, remove gently
• Place the arugula and spring mix in the bowl with the candied pecans, blueberries, grilled peaches, and goat cheese
• Divide evenly among two serving dishes 
• Top with 2 Tbsp of honey vinaigrette
• Serve immediately

I hope you enjoy this salad. I love the combination of flavors. If you try it, it is sure to become a summer favorite!