Burrata Caprese
This Burrata Caprese Recipe combines juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fragrant basil for the ultimate summer salad that's perfect for any dinner party or side dish! This burrata salad recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil + more for drizzle
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 balls burrata cheese
- 1-2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
- Sea salt or coarse kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Slice the baguette into ¼ to ½ inch slices. Brush each side with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.1 baguette, 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Bake sliced baguette for 5 minutes, flip, and bake an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Thinly slice tomatoes and arrange them at the bottom of the serving platter.2 medium-sized tomatoes
- Slice cherry tomatoes in half. Sprinkle on top of larger tomatoes.1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Thinly slice basil. Sprinkle half of the basil over the tomatoes.½ cup fresh basil leaves
- Layer burrata cheese on top. With a serrated knife make a cross-cut across the top of the cheese ball. Pull back the outside coating to allow the cheese to spread out.2 balls burrata cheese
- Sprinkle the remaining basil on top. Season with sea salt and pepper to taste.Sea salt, Freshly ground black pepper,
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic reduction across the tomatoes and cheese.1-2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
- Serve alongside the toasted baguette.
Notes
Storage & Make Ahead
- Make Ahead: You can slice the tomatoes ahead of time and store them in an airtight container. Add the basil, cheese, and seasonings just before serving.
- Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. The tomatoes and basil may lose some freshness, but the flavors will still be delightful.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 0.4mg | Sodium: 394mg | Potassium: 313mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 856IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 3mg
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