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Printed August 31, 2026
Printed August 31, 2026
5-Ingredient Magic
Harissa-Honey Grilled Peaches
Sweet stone fruit meets North African heat in this five-minute dessert that works equally well after dinner or as a surprising breakfast component. The interplay of charred fruit and spicy honey is genuinely addictive.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- Flaky sea salt
Preparation
The genius of this dish lies in its contradiction: fruit that's both refreshing and warming, sweet yet fiery, simple yet sophisticated. It's the kind of recipe that makes people ask for the secret, then look skeptical when you tell them there are only five ingredients.
Preparation
- Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. While it's heating, whisk together the honey and harissa paste in a small bowl until well combined.
- Brush the cut side of each peach half with the harissa-honey mixture, reserving about half for drizzling later.
- Place peaches cut-side down on the hot grill. Cook without moving for 3-4 minutes, until you see distinct grill marks and the fruit has caramelized.
- Flip the peaches and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the skin side.
- Serve each peach half over a generous dollop of Greek yogurt, drizzle with the remaining harissa-honey, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
The yogurt isn't just a base—it's essential thermal relief from the harissa's heat, while its tanginess cuts through the honey's sweetness. The salt, meanwhile, amplifies every other flavor on the plate.
