Description
Summer’s sweetest delight, Grilled Nectarines with Burrata and Honey, brings Mediterranean charm to your table. Juicy, caramelized nectarines pair perfectly with creamy burrata, drizzled with golden honey for a simple yet elegant appetizer you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 nectarines, ripe (halved and pitted)
- 2 balls burrata cheese (4 ounces / 113 grams each)
Fresh Herbs and Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh basil or mint leaves
Optional Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Flaky sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Crushed pistachios or toasted walnuts
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the grill by heating it to medium-high temperature, ensuring a clean and lightly oiled surface for perfect caramelization of the nectarines.
- Carefully slice nectarines in half, removing the pit, and generously brush the cut sides with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Position the nectarines cut-side down on the hot grill, allowing them to develop deep, charred grill marks and soften slightly for 3-4 minutes.
- Gently transfer the warm, grilled nectarines to a elegant serving platter, arranging them with artistic intention.
- Delicately tear the creamy burrata into rustic pieces, scattering them around and atop the grilled fruit to create a visually appealing presentation.
- Elevate the dish by drizzling golden honey in elegant swirls across the nectarines and burrata.
- Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling flaky sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and optional chopped herbs like basil or mint.
- For additional complexity, consider garnishing with toasted pine nuts or a delicate balsamic reduction.
- Serve immediately while the nectarines are still warm, ensuring the burrata remains luxuriously creamy and the flavors are at their peak.
Notes
- Grill temperature matters for perfect caramelization, ensuring sweet nectarines develop beautiful char marks without becoming mushy.
- Choose ripe but firm nectarines that will hold their shape during grilling, avoiding overly soft fruits that might fall apart.
- For a lighter version, swap honey with agave nectar or maple syrup, which provides similar sweetness with different flavor profiles.
- Experiment with herb combinations like fresh basil or thyme to complement the creamy burrata and sweet grilled fruit, adding unexpected depth to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg