Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula
A refreshing summer salad featuring ripe peaches, creamy burrata, peppery arugula, and a zesty honey-lime dressing that elevates simple ingredients into a sophisticated light meal. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs sliced into 1/4-inch wedges peaches, burrata, arugula into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 321 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2, sliced into 1/4-inch wedges peaches
- 8 oz burrata
- 4 cups arugula
- 3 oz, thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1, juiced fresh lime
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 2: Arrange 4 cups arugula on a platter. Top with 2 sliced peaches and 3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto, arranging pieces in a fan shape.
- Step 3: Gently place 8 oz burrata in the center of the salad, then drizzle with 2 tbsp of the honey-lime dressing.
- Step 4: Sprinkle with additional black pepper and a final squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep burrata from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Peach & Burrata Salad with Honey-Lime Arugula?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.