Peach & Burrata Salad

Sweet, Creamy & Summery in Every Bite 🍑🥗🧀Welcome back to the Weeknight Dinner Diaries—where I share the little meals that bring beauty to the everyday. Today’s dinner is what I like to call effortless elegance: this Peach & Burrata Salad with Mixed Greens is simple, stunning, and full of sunshine flavor.

Juicy ripe peaches, creamy burrata, peppery greens, and a light drizzle of olive oil and balsamic… it’s fresh, it’s flavorful, and it’s ready in under 10 minutes. Serve it with crusty bread or grilled chicken, or enjoy it all on its own for a light dinner that feels like something from your favorite café.

Why You’ll Love This Salad

✔ Zero Cooking Required – Just slice, arrange, and serve✔ Perfect for Summer – Highlighting fresh peaches at their peak✔ Creamy Meets Fresh – Burrata and fruit are always a good idea✔ Light But Satisfying – Great for a warm night when you don’t want to turn on the stove✔ Beautiful on a Plate – Company-worthy but weeknight-easy

The Recipe: Peach & Burrata Salad with Mixed Greens

Ingredients (Serves 2–3 as a main or 4 as a side):

• 3–4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, spring mix, etc.)

• 2 ripe peaches, sliced thin

• 1 ball burrata cheese (or 2 small if serving more)

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1–2 tbsp balsamic glaze or aged balsamic vinegar

• teaspoon of Dijon mustard

• teaspoon of honey

• Flaky sea salt & freshly cracked black pepper

• Optional: toasted almonds, pistachios, or prosciutto for extra flair

Instructions:

1. On a large platter or shallow bowl, spread the mixed greens as a base.

2. Arrange the peach slices over the greens.

3. Gently tear open the burrata and place it in the center (or scatter small pieces).

4. Drizzle over with dressing.

5. Finish with flaky sea salt, fresh cracked pepper, and any optional toppings.

6. Serve immediately, with a slice of crusty bread or grilled protein if desired.

Quick Add-On: The Best Pan-Seared Chicken 🍳

Want to round this out with a protein? This juicy, golden pan-seared chicken pairs perfectly:

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• Salt, pepper, and garlic powder

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions:

1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides generously.

2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). If your chicken breasts are thick, this may take a little longer! Be patient and wait for a nice sear!

4. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

✨ Pro Tip: Slice and serve warm over your salad or on the side with a wedge of lemon!

Tips & Pairings

🍞 Pair with sourdough or focaccia🍷 Serve with sparkling water with lemon🌿 Add fresh basil or mint for an herbaceous twist🥓 Crumbled bacon or prosciutto = perfect salty contrast

Why This Salad Is a Weeknight Winner- It’s proof that simple can still feel special. The sweet peaches and creamy burrata are a match made in heaven, and the whole dish comes together faster than it takes to decide what’s for dinner. It’s light, beautiful, and exactly the kind of meal that makes a random Tuesday feel a little more romantic.

If you try it, tag me @Weeknight_Homemaker—I’d love to see your plate!

Until the next dinner diary,

Lauren 💕