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burrata caprese salad

Burrata Caprese Salad

A luxurious twist on the classic caprese salad featuring creamy burrata cheese, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil for an elegant appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Vegetarian & Vegan Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese (1-2 balls), at room temperature
  • 3-4 ripe heirloom tomatoes various colors if available
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves plus extra for garnish
  • 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil high-quality
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt such as Maldon
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon pine nuts toasted
  • fresh lemon zest from half a lemon
  • edible flowers for garnish

Equipment

  • Serving platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Remove the burrata from the refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before serving to allow it to reach room temperature.
  2. Wash and dry the tomatoes thoroughly. Slice them into ΒΌ-inch thick rounds or wedges.
  3. Arrange the tomato slices in a circular pattern on a serving platter, slightly overlapping each piece.
  4. Gently place the burrata in the center of the arranged tomatoes. You can either keep it whole or carefully tear it open to reveal its creamy center.
  5. Wash and thoroughly dry the fresh basil leaves. Tear larger leaves into pieces and scatter them across the salad, tucking some between the tomato slices.
  6. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the burrata and tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the entire dish.
  8. If using optional ingredients, add them now. Drizzle balsamic glaze, sprinkle minced garlic, scatter pine nuts, or add lemon zest as desired.
  9. Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  10. Serve immediately at room temperature.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, always use room temperature burrata and never refrigerate your tomatoes.
  • The quality of ingredients is crucial for this simple dish - use the ripest tomatoes, freshest basil, and highest quality olive oil you can find.
  • This salad is best assembled just before serving.
  • Try using a mixture of different tomato varieties for more complex flavors and beautiful presentation.