The caramelized appeal of grilled peaches comes to the forefront in this savory salad, perfect as a light lunch or cool, casual dinner. It also makes a hearty first course for a dinner party.
Note: The cayenne can be removed or increased if you like.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 medium yellow peaches
- 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp.red wine or sherry vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 heads butter lettuce or 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
- 6 strips crisp-cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced
Preparation:
- Peel and pit one peach. Cut into chunks and place in a blender with oil, vinegar, salt, and cayenne. Puree until smooth. Set aside.
- Cut two remaining peaches into 8 slices. Place on a well-oiled grill over medium-high heat and cook for a few minutes on each side to lightly char.
- Rinse and dry lettuce. Tear lettuce into bite size pieces. Place in a large bowl along with peach slices, pistachios, bacon, and green onion and toss with dressing until well coated.
- Pile high onto salad plates. Serve immediately.
Makes 6 servings Grilled Peach Salad.
