Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the slices of pancetta flat on the sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pancetta is crispy and golden. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool while you prepare the other components.
- While the pancetta cools, take ripe peaches and carefully slice them in half to remove the pits. Brush the cut sides with extra virgin olive oil. Preheat your grill over medium heat and place the peaches cut-side down on the grate. Grill for about 3-4 minutes until you see caramelized grill marks and they soften slightly, then flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and olive oil. Sprinkle in a pinch of kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper for flavor. Whisk vigorously until the ingredients are well emulsified and the vinaigrette is creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if preferred, ensuring the honey vinaigrette complements the grilled peach salad beautifully.
- In a large serving bowl, lay down a generous base of mesclun salad greens. Top with the grilled peach halves, allowing their sweet juices to infuse the greens. Next, crumble the crispy pancetta over the top, followed by generous chunks of blue cheese. Finally, drizzle the prepared honey vinaigrette evenly over the salad and finish with a sprinkle of fresh chives for that aromatic touch.
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Notes
If making in advance, store components separately. Combine them just before serving to maintain freshness and texture.
