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Flavorful Grilled Honey-Balsamic Nectarine Caprese Salad

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A fresh and light summer salad featuring smoky grilled nectarines, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a balanced honey-balsamic drizzle. Perfect for backyard barbecues or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh nectarines, halved and pitted
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or large ball torn into chunks)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing nectarines
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or walnuts for crunch
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C), taking 5-7 minutes to get hot.
  2. Rinse and pat dry nectarines, slice in half and remove pits. Brush cut sides lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place nectarines cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes without moving to caramelize.
  4. Flip nectarines and grill skin side for 1-2 minutes more until tender but still firm.
  5. While nectarines grill, slice or tear mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and keep chilled.
  6. Arrange grilled nectarines on a serving platter. Scatter mozzarella pieces and basil leaves over the top.
  7. Drizzle honey and balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad (about 1 tablespoon each). Adjust to taste.
  8. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  9. Drizzle about 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil over everything for richness.
  10. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Pat nectarines dry if very juicy before grilling to get better sear marks. Avoid overcrowding the grill to prevent steaming. Use olive oil sparingly to prevent sticking. Add honey and balsamic gradually to balance sweetness and tang. Serve fresh for best flavor; leftovers can be refrigerated up to 24 hours but add fresh basil before serving.

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Keywords: grilled nectarines, caprese salad, honey balsamic, summer salad, fresh mozzarella, basil, grilled fruit salad

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