Description
Burrata Salad with Cherry Tomatoes & Basil is a vibrant, flavorful dish that embraces the essence of fresh summer ingredients. This delightful salad features creamy burrata cheese that melts beautifully alongside juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil leaves. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light weeknight dinner, this salad not only pleases the palate but also makes a stunning centerpiece on any table. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you can create an impressive dish that will wow your guests and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g burrata cheese (1 large ball or 2 small balls)
- 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: burrata, cherry tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Spread the halved tomatoes evenly on a serving platter.
- Place the burrata ball(s) in the center of the tomatoes whole for an eye-catching presentation.
- Tear and scatter fresh basil leaves over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; drizzle over the salad.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg