Peaches are usually thought of as a sweet treat, but they can be a game-changer in savory dishes too. These recipes show how versatile peaches can be, adding a juicy burst of flavor to everything from salads to grilled meats. Peach addicts will love this alternative approach!
Spicy Rosemary Tomato Peach Chutney
This chutney is sweet and tangy with a hint of spice. It’s great for spreading on bread or topping meat, giving a savory twist to peaches.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Rosemary Tomato Peach Chutney
Peach and Radish Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
This salad is topped with crispy prosciutto and toasted hazelnuts. The sweetness of peaches mixed with crunchy radishes makes it a perfect summer dish.
Get the Recipe: Peach and Radish Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
Sweet Corn Peach Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
This chicken salad features sweet corn and peaches, making it a light and refreshing lunch. The honey mustard dressing adds a great savory balance.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Corn Peach Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
Peach Honey Grilled Lamb Chops
These grilled lamb chops are glazed with peach honey and paired with a simple watercress and grilled peach salad, making for a great summer meal.
Get the Recipe: Peach Honey Grilled Lamb Chops
Pork Chops with Peach Chutney
Spice-rubbed, grilled pork chops topped with a mango peach chutney bring the perfect sweetness to each bite.
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Peach Chutney
Slow Cooker Peach Pulled Chicken
This BBQ peach pulled chicken is made in the slow cooker for a sweet and easy meal, adding a savory twist to your weeknight dinners.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Peach Pulled Chicken
Fresh Jalapeno Peach Salsa
Made with ripe peaches, fresh jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, red onion, and lemon juice, this salsa is a great mix of sweet, spicy, and sour. It’s a new take on salsa that puts peaches in the spotlight.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Jalapeno Peach Salsa
Peach Burrata Salad
This summer salad features fresh peaches, juicy tomatoes, basil vinaigrette, and creamy burrata cheese. It’s an easy and elegant side dish for barbecues and dinner parties.
Get the Recipe: Peach Burrata Salad
Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry
A colorful and flavorful upgrade to the classic tomato feta salad with peaches and strawberries. It’s a great stand-alone meal for summer.
Get the Recipe: Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry
Grilled Peach Salad with Feta
Juicy grilled peaches combined with creamy, salty marinated feta and a crispy arugula endive salad make this summer side dish stunning and easy to share.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Peach Salad with Feta
Peach Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Honey
This appetizer is made to impress with toasted bread topped with soft goat cheese, fresh peaches, basil, and a drizzle of honey. It’s a sweet and savory bite of summer.
Get the Recipe: Peach Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Honey
Arugula Peach Salad with Honey Basil Vinaigrette
Sweet peaches, peppery arugula, red onion, feta cheese, and pecans come together for a fresh, quick summer salad, topped with an easy honey basil vinaigrette.
Get the Recipe: Arugula Peach Salad with Honey Basil Vinaigrette
Grilled Steak Salad with Peaches
This salad combines seasoned grilled flank steak, grilled peaches, and mozzarella on a bed of Romaine lettuce with a homemade Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette. It’s a great summer meal with a mix of hot and chilled ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Steak Salad with Peaches
Grilled Peach Blackberry Salad
This side dish features a great combo of sweet grilled peaches and tangy blackberries, topped with a honey Dijon vinaigrette.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Peach Blackberry Salad
Nectarine Tomato Caprese Salad
A twist on the classic caprese salad with nectarines or peaches, tomatoes, and mozzarella. Serve it stacked, piled, or tossed together for a fresh take.
Get the Recipe: Nectarine Tomato Caprese Salad
Grilled Peach and ‘Nduja Crostini
These crostini combine salty ‘Nduja and sweet grilled peaches for a great appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Peach and ‘Nduja Crostini
Grilled Pork Chops With Peaches
Grilled pork chops paired with caramelized peaches bring a great mix of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for summer grilling.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Pork Chops With Peaches
Roasted Peach and Whipped Ricotta Tartine
Roasted peaches on honey-sweetened whipped ricotta, topped with salted cashews and basil. It’s a sophisticated take on peaches and cream.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Peach and Whipped Ricotta Tartine
Balsamic Chicken with Peaches
Juicy chicken thighs with peaches, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and rosemary come together in one pan for an easy, flavorful meal.
Get the Recipe: Balsamic Chicken with Peaches
Fresh Peach Caprese Salad
A fresh peach salad with basil, olive oil, and mozzarella, plus tasty variations to try. It’s a great way to enjoy peaches in a savory dish.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Peach Caprese Salad
Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.