This Grilled Peach Caprese Salad might just be the most irresistible twist on caprese yet. Sweet grilled peaches, cool slices of mozzarella, ripe summer tomatoes, and creamy avocado all finished with a rich balsamic drizzle – it’s fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor in every bite.
Why We Love This Salad
This salad is a go-to around here because it’s simple, stunning, and packed with layers of flavor – sweet grilled fruit, creamy mozzarella, and that tangy balsamic glaze. We served it at a church BBQ and the entire platter disappeared faster than anything else on the table. It’s one of those dishes that looks fancy, tastes even better, and takes almost no effort to pull off.
What to Serve It With
My grilled peach salad makes an easy, elegant pairing for just about any summer meal. We especially love it with BBQ dishes, grilled meats, or anything rich and savory. Try it with our juicy Flank Steak, herby Easy 3 Ingredient Chicken Marinade, or a side of our Secret Best Grilled Corn for the ultimate warm-weather dinner.
Ingredients for Grilled Peach Avocado Caprese Salad
This salad is fresh, simple, and full of texture – no fancy ingredients, just a few summery staples that shine on their own.
- Lemons: Grilled for a sweet, smoky citrus flavor.
- Peach: Ripe and thickly sliced so it caramelizes on the grill.
- Olive Oil: Helps with grilling and adds richness.
- Tomatoes: Juicy and vibrant – summer tomatoes work best.
- Avocado: Sliced just before serving for creamy texture.
- Sea Salt or Sea Salt Flakes: A good finishing salt makes all the difference.
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper: Adds balance and warmth.
- Fresh Mozzarella: Soft and milky – mozzarella pearls or burrata work too.
- Arugula or Arugula Mix: Adds peppery crunch and stretches the salad for a crowd.
- Balsamic Vinegar: Reduced to a sweet, glossy drizzle.
Carrian’s Notes
My Favorite Peaches for Grilling 🍑
When I’m grilling peaches, I always go for freestone varieties – they’re sweet, firm, and slice clean without clinging to the pit (which makes prep so much easier). Some of my absolute favorites are Early Amber
Add some Italian flair to your next gathering with this delicious antipasto pasta salad! Packed with savory meats, cheeses, and vegetables, this easy recipe will be a crowd pleaser. Watch the video tutorial for step-by-step instructions.
When you’re looking for a spring or summer salad recipe this antipasto pasta salad needs to be at the top of your list. Our meaty pasta salad is full of olives, veggies and charcuterie meats like sausage and pepperoni!
We made a few charcuterie boards over the holidays for various gatherings, so I had so many different leftovers. I wasn’t quite sure how to use them up, and then it clicked…a pasta salad! And this pasta salad recipe was born!
What is Antipasto?
Antipasto means “before the meal” in Italian and it is a traditional Italian appetizer consisting of cured meats, cheese, olives and vegetables. It’s basically what you would find on a charcuterie board! All delicious things!
Ingredients for Antipasto Pasta Salad
I could probably call this kitchen sink pasta salad because it a little bit of just about everything. Ha! The ingredient list might look long at first glance, but if you’ve had a party with a charcuterie board and have some leftovers, then this is the pasta salad for you! Here is everything you need for this Italian antipasto pasta salad:
Pasta Salad
- Rotini Pasta: You want a pasta with a lot of surface area and lots of nooks and crannies to grab onto the delicious dressing!
- Hard Salami Stick: The pre-sliced salami will work, but I really prefer to buy a stick of salami and cut it into chunks myself.
- Pepperoni Stick: Same story as the salami, buy a stick of pepperoni and cut it into small cubes yourself.
- Artichoke Hearts: Grab a can of artichoke hearts, drain them and quarter them.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Grape tomatoes will work well too. Halve them and toss them in!
- Sun Dried Tomatoes: These add so much delicious flavor and a little acidity.
- Fire Roasted Red Peppers: You can grab a jar at the grocery store (be sure to drain it) or roast your own,.
- Pickled Pepperoncini Peppers: It can’t be antipasto without pepperoncini peppers!
- Olives: A mixture of black and green olives for color (and flavor!) is best.
- Mozzarella Pearls: Marinated mozzarella pearls will add the best flavor, and you HAVE to have cheese in a pasta salad. Just my personal rule!
- Red Onion: Adds flavor and crunchy texture.
- Fresh Basil: Fresh is a must and slice it really thin.
Dressing
- Olive Oil: Acts as the base for the vinaigrette dres
Looking for a crave-worthy recipe for a summer pasta salad? My creamy deviled egg filling creates the most luscious dressing that coats every bite of pasta in this simple Deviled Egg Pasta Salad.
Watch our Video on How to Make Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
Deviled egg pasta salad combines two side dish staples, the classic deviled egg and a traditional pasta salad to create the ultimate summer side dish for any BBQ or potluck. In fact, you may prefer this creamy deviled egg pasta salad over the old-fashioned appetizer after just one bite.
What Ingredients Do I Need to Make Deviled Egg Pasta Salad?
Remember that you’re essentially going to make deviled egg filling and use it as the dressing for this easy pasta salad recipe. You’ll need the standard deviled egg ingredients plus some pasta. Here a quick overview of everything you’ll need:
- Ditalini Pasta
- Hard Boiled Eggs
- Mayonnaise
- Dijon Mustard
- White Vinegar
- Sugar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Smoked Paprika
- Green Onion
- Red Onion
Keep scrolling to the end of the post for all the measurements and details.
Why Shape of Pasta Should I Use?
I tested many different pasta shapes expecting macaroni to be the winner. I wanted something that would fit well with the shape of the egg as well as trap the dressing. Finally, I landed on ditalini because it’s the perfect size to match the chopped eggs and those little tubes hold onto the dressing so perfectly! Mini shells or orecchiette would also work great!
Carrian’s Notes
Did you know that it is actually more satisfying to eat things that are the same shape? For example, chop cucumbers and do some as circles, some minced, some thin and some thick. It will actually be kind of annoying! When you make a pasta salad it’s actually really helpful to choose the pasta shape based on the ingredients being mixed in. Additionally, one with a thicker dressing will be extra satisfying to eat if the pasta shape can keep the dressing gathered in.
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An easy summer salad recipe is here! Learn how to make a Cucumber Strawberry Feta Salad with basil and mint! It is the ultimate side dish and you only need 8 ingredients to make it! BONUS…it’s ready in 15 minutes!
Watch How to Make a Cucumber Strawberry Feta Salad
A zesty symphony of summer, this Lemon Cucumber Strawberry Feta Salad with Basil & Mint bursts with refreshing flavor. Juicy strawberries, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta come alive with a touch of lemon, fragrant basil, and cool mint topped with a honey balsamic vinaigrette—perfectly balancing sweet, savory, and herbaceous in every vibrant bite.
If your garden is bursting with strawberries or you just picked up a flat of strawberries from the farmer’s market, take 15 minutes and make this quick and easy summer salad!
What Ingredients You Need to Make Cucumber Strawberry Feta Salad
You’ll need a couple of ingredients for the dressing, and then a quick stop at the produce section, and you’ll have everything you need:
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Honey
- Strawberries
- Lemon
- Cucumbers
- Feta Cheese
- Mint
- Basil
The measurements and details for each ingredient can be found in the recipe at the end of the post.
How to Make Lemon Basil Strawberry Cucumber Herb Salad
- Make the Simple Dressing: Whisk the balsamic vinegar and honey together in a small bowl and set aside.
- Prep the Feta and Herbs: Add the feta cheese, lemon zest and juice as well as the fresh herbs and stir to combine.
- Combine Salad Components: Add the strawberries, cucumbers and the feta mixture into a large salad bowl.
- Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the salad dressing over the top and toss everything to combine.
Keep scrolling to the end of the post for the complete recipe card with all the instructions and ingredients needed.
Salad Variations
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