Summer Peach Salad with Stracciatella
Updated Sep 10, 2025, Published on Jul 17, 2024
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I’ve been fully embracing a “summer salad summer,” and nothing feels more seasonal than this Summer Peach Salad with Stracciatella. Juicy peaches, creamy stracciatella cheese, toasted pine nuts, and fresh herbs come together for a dish that’s simple, elegant, and full of flavor. It’s the perfect way to celebrate peak summer produce with minimal effort.
Looking for more easy summer salad recipes? Try my Watermelon Feta Salad with Grilled Corn and Cucumber or Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Salad.
Why You'll Love this Summer Peach Salad
- Seasonal ingredients: Showcases ripe peaches at their sweetest.
- Creamy cheese: Stracciatella (the filling inside burrata) makes every bite indulgent.
- Crunchy contrast: Toasted pine nuts add nutty depth and texture.
- Fresh herbs: Thai basil and mint brighten the salad.
- Quick to make: No cooking needed, ready in just 10 minutes!
What is Stracciatella?
Stracciatella is the creamy filling inside burrata cheese. It’s made from shredded mozzarella curds mixed with cream, creating a soft, velvety texture. The name comes from the Italian word stracciare, meaning “to shred” or “to tear.” If you can’t find stracciatella, simply substitute burrata or fresh mozzarella.
What types of fruit can I use in this recipe?
This salad is versatile and works with a variety of summer fruits:
- Peacharines: This is what I used. A peach–nectarine hybrid, combining the sweetness of peaches with nectarine’s tang.
- Peaches: Sweet, juicy, and at their peak during summer.
- Nectarines: Slightly firmer than peaches with smooth skin, but can be swapped 1:1.
- Plums: A juicy texture and adds a sweet-tart flavor, depending on the variety.
- Apricots: Smaller and a touch tangier, great if you prefer a less-sweet salad.
How do I make this Summer Peach Salad?
This salad is very simple to prepare. Slice the peaches and arrange them on a serving plate. Add spoonfuls of stracciatella, then sprinkle with pine nuts and fresh herbs. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, plus a pinch of flaky salt and black pepper. Fresh, simple, and delicious.
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Summer Peach Salad with Stracciatella
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium Peaches, pitted and sliced; See Note 1
- 3 ounces Stracciatella Cheese, See Note 2
- 2 tablespoons Pine Nuts, See Note 3
- ¼ cup Fresh Herbs, I used Thai Basil and Mint
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, to taste
- 2 teaspoons Balsamic Vinegar, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly cracked; to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Flaky Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced peaches on a large plate. Add spoonfuls of stracciatella (or torn burrata) around the peaches. Sprinkle with pine nuts and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Finish with black pepper and flaky salt. Adjust to taste.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
