Enjoy this Burrata Caprese salad - a creamy twist on the classic Italian tomato salad. This Burrata salad combines fresh heirloom tomato with creamy burrata cheese (in place of the traditional Mozzarella) and basil. It is fresh, creamy, and packed with flavor and nutrients!
2Heirloom tomatoesor smaller tomatoes, if preferred
1burrataor mozzarella if you can't source burrata
1Tbspextra virgin olive oilor a pesto dressing/Italian herb dressing
4-5basil leavesor lemon thyme/arugula (rocket)
1/2tspsalt
1/4tsppepper
Instructions
Slice the tomatoes. As I've used large heirloom tomatoes, I like to cut them into slices (as thin or thick as you'd like). Use a mandoline for even slices.If you decide to prepare this salad with smaller tomatoes, you can prepare them in different ways. Smaller salad tomatoes can be cut into wedges. Cherry or plum tomatoes can be kept whole or halved.
Assemble the burrata Caprese salad. Lay the tomato slices on the plate how you'd like along with some basil leaves (whole or shredded). Then place the burrata on top, in the middle of the dish.
Drizzle with olive oil and season with a little salt and pepper, and then allow to sit for 5-10 minutes (read notes about resting burrata). This will let the tomato juices and olive oil combine for an even better flavor.
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Notes
TOP TIP to super creamy Burrata:The center of the burrata can become a little solid when chilled. To counteract this, allow the burrata to sit out of the fridge for at least 20 minutes before serving. Alternatively, place the cheese in a bowl of very warm water and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before serving. If you don't, you could slice the cheese similar to mozzarella in a traditional Caprese salad.