Burrata Caprese Salad

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An heirloom tomato salad is a tasty way to use up fresh garden tomatoes or ripe tomatoes from the grocery store. Field-grown tomatoes make for the juiciest bite and paired with a creamy burrata cheese the combination is fresh and savory. Sometimes simple ingredients make for the best salad recipes.

This tomato salad pairs onion for a bit of tang as well as avocado for a dose of healthy fats and comes together as a light lunch or easy side dish. Drizzle it with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle it with a pinch of salt or maybe a grind of fresh black pepper and you’ll have the best fresh summer flavor.

Served at room temperature, the juicy heirloom tomatoes will be bursting with flavor especially when summer produce is at its peak. I love to buy my heirloom tomatoes at our local farmer's market and for some meals I will add in beautiful ripe cherry tomatoes from our garden.

This salad is a take on the classic caprese salad but I like to take it to the next level by using fresh burrata cheese instead of fresh mozzarella cheese.

If you are looking for another delicious tomato salad, my Tomato And Nectarine Salad is a hit!

You will need the following ingredients to make this salad:

Ingredient Notes:

1. Burrata cheese has a creamy center and is a delicious cheese that allows for you to spread onto pieces of crusty ciabatta bread. My favorite gluten-free ciabatta bread is Schars.
2. Tomatoes are the star of this dish along with the burrata cheese. Buy tomatoes when they are at their peak, which is in mid to late July through September. If you are making this salad during late fall through the spring months, consider using cherry tomatoes, which will have more flavor.
3. The easiest way to cut basil is to place the individual leaves on top of each other in a stack. Roll the stack tightly and then slice across the grain as pictured in Step 4.

See the recipe card for quantities.

This caprese salad with burrata is simple but can be varied in multiple ways to alter the flavor and aesthetics. Below are a few favorite swaps.

Additions:

• Grilled Vegetables: In addition to the tomatoes, adding some grilled zucchini or bell peppers is a tasty way to stretch the salad further.
• Add Protein: Layering in slices of salami or prosciutto is a great way to add protein to the salad.
• Crunch: If you love a bit of crunch paired with a creamy texture, add in some toasted pecans or almonds.
• Olive Oil: Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil over the top. Make sure you are using the best olive oil you can find.
• Fresh Herbs: Add in some fresh mint, fresh thyme, or even some fresh oregano.

Substitutions:

• Balsamic Vinegar: You can use a flavored balsamic, like a lemon balsamic vinegar to easily change the taste of the salad. Or, you can use a balsamic glaze which is simply balsamic vinegar that has been reduced down to make a thick condiment.
• Salt: If you don't have a flaky salt you can substitute kosher salt.

How To Make A Burrata Caprese Salad: Step-By-Step

Here are some quick visual instructions. Remember that full instructions with the exact ingredients are in the printable recipe card:

Step 1

Slice tomatoes into thick round slices and layer on a plate.

Step 2

Add in sliced avocado and thinly sliced onions.

Step 3

Drain the water from the burrata cheese and gently break it in half before placing it on top of the vegetables.

Step 4

Shred some fresh basil and sprinkle it on top before finishing the salad with a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar and flaky sea salt.

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This salad is best made and eaten right away. The longer it sits the more juice will come out of the tomatoes and affect the burrata.

We love Italian food in our home! I love serving this recipe with Eggplant Parmesan or Chicken Meatball Parmesan.

A type of cheese with a firmer exterior and super creamy inside. It’s a ball of mozzarella that’s wrapped around the inside of curds. The result is a delicious, milky flavor with a creamy, rich texture.

If you’re making this for lunch, you can serve this salad as is, on a bed of leafy greens, or with added protein. As an appetizer, this salad is best served with a side of homemade pita chips or crusty bread.

If you have leftovers, store them in the fridge in an airtight container for 1-2 days but know that the salad won’t taste as fresh.

During the summer when fresh tomatoes are at their peak, summer salads like this Burrata Caprese Salad will become a true summer favorite. If you are looking for another Italian salad, my Gluten Free Pasta Salad Recipe is a favorite!

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Gwen