GRILLED + SPICED PEACHES with Tahini & Greek Yoghurt

We're currently staying in Vermont, USA - also known as The Green State - and it's summer. So as you can imagine, we are living in and on the farm shops & local produce!

It's Sunday today, so in the absence of a crumble (which feels a bit too wintery anyways), I put this Grilled + Spiced Peaches with Tahini & Greek Yoghurt together in about 5 minutes and it was perfect. Perfectly light, perfectly fresh, perfectly sweet but not too sweet. I had to put this recipe on here!

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In this particular farm shop where we picked up the peaches and maple syrup, I've never seen these before, but black raspberries ?!!? Had to try them, and wow. I was expecting just a raspberry variant, but these are literally blackberries shaped like raspberries (or raspberries flavoured like blackberries) -- quite a mind f*ck tbh but as enormous black- and raspberry fans, these totally exceeded all expectations and would 10/10 recommend.

(Of course (please) sub these for either blackberries, raspberries, even blueberries (or raisins!) - all will work well -- as I said, I've never seen these before in my life so you are not expected to source them for this recipe!)

Peaches are a perfect Luteal Phase fruit, and grilling them (instead of serving them raw) is preferential for this phase for digestion. Ginger and cinnamon are warming spices, jump below to: read the Luteal Phase -specific nutritional benefits here.

GET MORE OUT OF THIS RECIPE:

not much more to get in my opinion! Its already so fast, but,

• you could substitute the maple syrup for brown monk fruit sweetener if you'd like to lower the sugar content (preferable to reduce the glucose spike in the Luteal phase to keep mood and energy neutral), or date syrup for dark, caramel flavour

• sprinkle some hemp seeds for added protein & omega-3 benefits, sunflower seeds or white sesame seeds (Luteal Phase seed-cycling seeds), or cacao nibs for some extra flavour depth, crunch and colour pop too

• raisins are also a great swap/alternative for the berries (and a Luteal phase -specific ingredient)

• granola is also a great topping option - giving deconstructed Peach Crumble summer edition vibes

• serve with warm cream or custard instead of Greek yoghurt, to keep the whole dish warm (and Luteal phase -friendly), or a dairy-free alternative , to be easier on the gut if you struggle to digest dairy.

• this recipe could also be a sweet brekkie option, or the grilled, spiced peaches also delicious on top of warm porridge

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LUTEAL PHASE -SPECIFIC:

COOKING STYLE:

Grilled (cooked) as opposed to raw (peaches) is preferable than cold & raw in the Luteal Phase, so we don't cool the body by eating cold/raw foods -- we want to keep things warm in this and the Menstrual phases to aid the flow of energy, prevent cramps, muscle stiffness etc.

MACROS:

Balanced, not too sweet or carbohydrate-rich (which can unbalance blood sugars, thus causing energy & mood swings), perfectly balanced with healthy fats (tahini, seeds) and protein (yoghurt) to curb the spike.

KEY INGREDIENTS:

Peaches: (grilled) offer natural sweetness, fibre, and antioxidants. During the luteal phase, your digestion can slow slightly, so cooked fruits help reduce bloating while still satisfying cravings. Vitamin C, and antioxidants support skin health and immune function - both of which can dip slightly in the luteal phase.

Tahini: Rich in healthy fats, calcium, and magnesium, tahini supports hormone production and can ease PMS symptoms like mood swings and cramps. Its creamy texture and grounding quality make it especially soothing during this more inward, lower-energy phase.

Cinnamon & Ginger (ground spices): Both warming and anti-inflammatory, cinnamon and ginger help boost circulation, reduce water retention, and stabilise blood sugar - all common concerns during the luteal phase. They also ease digestive discomfort and support a calm, steady mood.

Greek yoghurt: High in protein and probiotics, Greek yoghurt supports muscle repair and gut health, both of which are key as your body prepares for your period. The calcium content also helps with mood regulation and cramp prevention in the days leading up to menstruation.

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Grilled + Spiced Peaches, with Tahini & Greek Yoghurt

Ingredients:

(serves 2)

1 large fresh peach (not too ripe, on the unripe side works well too)

a drizzle of olive oil (about 1/2 tbsp)

a pinch of salt (~1/4 tsp)

a sprinkle of cinnamon (about ~1 tsp)

a sprinkle of ground ginger (about ~1/2 tsp)

1 tbsp maple syrup

To serve: 2 heaped serving spoons of Greek Yoghurt (or warm cream / custard / dairy-free alternative)

1 tbsp drizzle of tahini

1 tbsp drizzle of maple syrup

1/3 cup blackberries / raspberries / blueberries / raisins

1/2 tbsp hemp seeds / sesame seeds / cacao nibs

Method:

Start by washing your peach gently, and patting dry. Use a sharp knife to score the circumference of the peach and twist open to de-stone it. Slice the halves into 4-6 slices/ each side (totalling 8-12 slices in total to grill).

Heat a large frying pan on medium-high heat, and drizzle with olive oil. Once the pan is hot, place in the peach wedges - they should sizzle.

Sprinkle with the teeniest pinch of salt (this brings out the sweetness), and grill this side for about 2 mins, before flipping.

Give the pan a good shake too, then sprinkle on the cinnamon and ginger, give the pan another good shake to evenly coat the peaches in the spices, then pour over the tbsp maple syrup, grill for about 10 seconds and before the maple burns -but enough time for the peaches caramelise in the hot sweetness- remove from the heat.

Use a spoon to toss the peaches in the spiced caramel, and set the pan aside to dollop the Greek yoghurt into 2 or 1 sharing bowl.

Top the Greek yoghurt with the warm grilled peaches, then drizzle over the tahini, maple syrup, add the berries (or raisins), and a sprinkle of sesame seeds / hemp seeds / cacao nibs (/granola) and a dust of cinnamon if desired.

Enjoy whilst the peaches are still warm.