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Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Grilled Peach Salad

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A fresh and vibrant salad featuring smoky grilled peaches, peppery arugula, and a tangy homemade dressing, perfect for easy weight loss and nourishing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 4 cups fresh arugula, washed and dried
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta (optional)
  • ¼ cup toasted chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
  2. Rinse and dry peaches. Slice in half and remove pits carefully. Brush each peach half lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Place peach halves cut side down on the grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and peaches are slightly softened. Flip and grill skin side for 2 more minutes. Remove and let cool slightly.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, place arugula and drizzle about half the dressing over it. Toss gently to coat.
  6. Slice grilled peaches into 2-3 wedges each and arrange on top of the dressed arugula.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and toasted nuts over the salad.
  8. Drizzle remaining dressing over the assembled salad.
  9. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

If you don’t have a grill, you can roast peach halves in a 425°F oven for 10-12 minutes. Toast nuts in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to enhance flavor. Prepare dressing and toast nuts in advance to save time. Avoid overcrowding the grill pan for even cooking. Use frozen peaches thawed and patted dry if fresh are unavailable. For dairy-free, substitute goat cheese with nut-based vegan cheese or avocado slices. For nut allergies, omit nuts or replace with seeds like sunflower or hemp.

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