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Fresh Grilled Nectarine Salad with Goat Cheese and Honey

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A quick and easy summer salad featuring smoky grilled nectarines, creamy goat cheese, peppery greens, and a honey-lemon dressing. Perfect for casual BBQs or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe nectarines, halved and pitted
  • 5 cups (about 150g) mixed greens (arugula or baby spinach)
  • 4 ounces (115g) goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves, torn
  • Optional: balsamic glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (about 375°F/190°C).
  2. Rinse and dry the nectarines. Cut them in half and remove the pits. Brush the cut sides lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place nectarines cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes until grill marks form and fruit softens slightly. Flip and grill skin side for 1-2 minutes more.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss mixed greens lightly with half the dressing. Arrange grilled nectarines on top, then crumble goat cheese over the salad.
  6. Drizzle remaining dressing and a little more honey over everything.
  7. Add optional toasted nuts or fresh basil leaves if desired.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Choose firm nectarines for grilling to avoid mushiness. Brush grill grates and fruit with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill nectarines just until char marks appear and fruit softens slightly. Toss greens with dressing just before serving to avoid wilting. For a richer dressing, add a splash of balsamic vinegar.

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Keywords: grilled nectarine salad, goat cheese salad, summer salad, honey dressing, easy salad recipe, grilled fruit salad

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