Whether you make these for a summer side dish or an easy dessert, Grilled Nectarines with Goat Cheese make a juicy sweet summer treat.
The unsung heroes of summer, nectarines are often overlooked for peaches. They are the closest relative of the peach, with their smooth skin being one of the only differences. Nectarines are delicious in summer cocktails, like sangria and make the best warm weather desserts, like cobbler and ice cream.
More Easy Summer Desserts with Fruit
You’re going to love this recipe because of its simplicity, yet it packs a bold fruit flavor. Serve Grilled Nectarines and Goat Cheese for a bright side dish to grilled chicken or pork, or as a lighter dessert for grilled fish or steak.
After grilling the nectarines, top them with sweet fig goat cheese, a drizzle of honey, and roasted pistachios. You’ll have a 4-ingredient dish that is juicy, sweet, salty, creamy and crunchy all in one bite. It’s the perfect summer treat! Fire up the grill and let’s get started!
Grilled Nectarines with Goat Cheese Recipe
Key Ingredients:
- nectarines
- honey
- goat cheese, plain or a sweet variety
- salted and roasted pistachios
You can find many of these ingredients at your local farmer’s market. Make sure your nectarines are fresh, but not overripe. Select nectarines that are a bit firm, as they will soften easily while grilling.
How to make Grilled Nectarines with Goat Cheese
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Heat the grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut nectarines in half with a sharp knife and remove the pits. Brush each half lightly with olive oil.
- Place nectarine flesh-side down on the hot grill and close the lid. Cook for 10-12 minutes until nectarines are charred and softened, checking them at least once quickly while on the grill.
- Turn each half over and grill skin-side down for another minute. Remove nectarines from the grill and top each one with a dollop of goat cheese, roasted pistachios and a drizzle of honey. Recipe makes 4 servings/4 halves.
Substitutions and Additions:
This recipe is versatile and allows you to customize it according to your family’s taste.
- FRUIT-The most obvious substitution in this recipe is to use peaches instead of nectarines. I have grilled both and both are delicious. My choice is solely based on which fruit looks the freshest when I am shopping. I have also grilled plums and they are equally delicious!
- TOPPINGS– We really love goat cheese, roasted pistachios and honey on our grilled nectarines. But your can use mascarpone cheese, cream cheese, whipped cream or top them with a big scoop of ice cream and a pinch of cinnamon. Again, it depends on what your family prefers. Be sure to comment below with your favorite toppings.
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Grilled Nectarines with Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 large nectarines, cut in half, pits removed
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, roasted and salted
Instructions
- Heat the grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut nectarines in half with a sharp knife and remove the pits. Brush each half lightly with olive oil.
- Place nectarine flesh-side down on the hot grill and close the lid. Cook for 10-12 minutes until nectarines are charred and softened, checking them at least once quickly while on the grill.
- Turn each half over and grill skin-side down for another minute. Remove nectarines from the grill and top each one with a dollop of goat cheese, roasted pistachios and a drizzle of honey. Recipe makes 4 servings/4 halves.
Equipment
- 1 pair tongs
- grill, heated to 350 degrees F
Notes
- FRUIT-The most obvious substitution in this recipe is to use peaches instead of nectarines. I have grilled both and both are delicious. My choice is solely based on which fruit looks the freshest when I am shopping. I have also grilled plums and they are equally delicious!
- TOPPINGS– We really love goat cheese, roasted pistachios and honey on our grilled nectarines. But your can use mascarpone cheese, cream cheese, whipped cream or top them with a big scoop of ice cream and a pinch of cinnamon. Again, it depends on what your family prefers. Be sure to comm
Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck
Four simple ingredients…but so much flavor. Recipes like this one, really make me wish that summer could stay around forever. Delicious!!!
Raveaboutfood
Me too, thanks Colleen!
Jolene
Ooh, it’s nectarine season here in NH and this one is right up my alley. Maybe hot honey instead of regular to finish it.
Wendy M. Klik
Grilled stone fruits are sooooo luscious. I am on the lookout for the sweet fig goat cheese.