Burrata Caprese
This burrata Caprese elevates the classic Caprese salad with creamy burrata, fresh basil, and olive oil. A must-try Italian salad!
Servings: 6
Calories: 142kcal
Equipment
- platter
- large spoon
- plastic wrap or bee's wrap
Ingredients
- 6 medium tomatoes cut into slices about 1/2-inch thick. *see Notes
- 8 ounces burrata cheese *see Notes
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (also known as balsamic vinegar reduction)
- ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt or kosher salt, or more/less to your taste preference
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper or more/less to your taste preference
- 3 tablespoons pesto vinaigrette optional, to drizzle over top of salad
Instructions
- Arrange tomato slices on a platter by fanning them out in layers, leaving some space in the center of the platter. Add burrata balls to the empty spot, then using the back of a large spoon, lightly press down, to spread them slightly. Arrange basil leaves evenly over the tomato slices.
- If you'll be serving the salad right away, drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad, then season with salt and pepper. Optionally, for an additional pop of flavor and color, also drizzle a bit of pesto vinaigrette recipe over the top.
- If making the salad ahead, do not add balsamic glaze or vinaigrette; wait until just before serving. Instead, cover platter tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients possible – Since this dish is simple, high-quality tomatoes, burrata, and extra virgin olive oil make all the difference.
- To finish your meal off, our plump and sweet strawberry blueberry salad would make a great dessert!
- Roasted tomato burrata caprese: Instead of fresh tomatoes, use slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes, or grape tomatoes for an extra depth of flavor.
- Pesto caprese
- Citrus caprese: Add slices of blood orange or grapefruit for a zesty twist.
- Balsamic glaze: Drizzle with a balsamic reduction for a touch of sweetness.
- If you'd like to make your burrata caprese salad ahead of time:Don’t add the balsamic glaze or basil vinaigrette just yet- cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until just before serving, then add the final drizzle.
- The fresh cheese becomes runny at warm temperatures, so it’s important to keep it chilled until just shortly before serving. Any leftovers are best enjoyed within two days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1332IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 0.4mg
