Tomato Burrata Salad Recipe
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Tomato Burrata Salad Recipe
Description
This salad layers thick slices of heirloom tomatoes with halved cherry tomatoes, creating color and texture contrast. Fresh basil chopped over the top adds herbal brightness, while chunks or tears of burrata cheese provide a creamy richness that complements the tomatoes' acidity and sweetness. The salad is simply seasoned with ground black pepper and sea salt to taste, enhancing the natural flavors.
The final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds fruitiness and smoothness, balanced by the tang of balsamic vinegar. The preparation is straightforward, focusing on letting each ingredient shine without overpowering the others. The use of heirloom tomatoes and burrata emphasizes freshness and quality.
This salad is suitable as a starter, side dish, or light lunch, especially in warm weather when tomatoes are ripe. It pairs well with crusty bread or as an accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood. Serving immediately ensures the burrata retains its creamy texture and the tomatoes are fresh.
Ingredients
- 3 heirloom tomato medium
- 1 cup cherry tomato
- 30 basil fresh leaves
- 6 oz burrata cheese
- 1/4 tsp black pepper ground
- 1/2 tsp salt or add more to taste, sea salt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil or drizzled to taste
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Slice heirloom tomatoes into ⅓-inch thick slices. Place them on a serving dish.
- Cut cherry tomatoes into halves. Place them on tomato slices.
- Chop basil into small pieces and sprinkle over the tomatoes.
- Cut or tear burrata cheese into bite-sized pieces. Place it on top of the ingredients.
- Season everything with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar. Serve right away.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbs | 7g | |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1407IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 247mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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