Fresh Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Salad
A light and indulgent summer salad featuring creamy burrata, juicy heirloom tomatoes, and vibrant homemade basil oil. Perfect for quick, fuss-free meals or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- Assorted heirloom tomatoes, sliced or torn into chunks
- 1 large ball or several smaller balls of fresh burrata cheese
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: aged balsamic vinegar, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prep the Basil Oil (10 minutes): In a blender or food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt. Blend until smooth and vibrant green. Adjust seasoning as needed. If too thick, add more olive oil. Set aside.
- Slice the Heirloom Tomatoes (5-7 minutes): Wash and dry heirloom tomatoes. Slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds or tear into bite-sized chunks. Arrange evenly on a serving platter or bowl.
- Prepare the Burrata (2 minutes): Tear open the burrata and tear into large chunks or leave whole if small balls. Place gently on top of the tomatoes.
- Drizzle and Season (2 minutes): Drizzle basil oil generously over tomatoes and burrata. Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Optionally, add a light drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar.
- Garnish and Serve (1 minute): Scatter whole basil leaves or microgreens on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make basil oil up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving. Assemble tomatoes and burrata just before serving to prevent sogginess. Use a sharp knife to slice tomatoes to avoid crushing. For dairy-free option, omit burrata and add toasted pine nuts or roasted chickpeas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
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