Description
Experience the exquisite flavors of Italy with this Burrata Caprese Fresh recipe. This delightful salad features the creamy richness of burrata cheese, perfectly paired with ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and high-quality olive oil, it’s a light and refreshing dish that is visually stunning and incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe allows the freshness of each ingredient to shine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Burrata cheese
- 2 large ripe heirloom or vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Let the burrata cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
- Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds and arrange them on a serving platter.
- Tear the basil leaves by hand and sprinkle them over the tomatoes.
- Place the burrata in the center of the tomatoes, gently cutting into it to let some cream ooze out.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the dish, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately while fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg