Burrata Caprese with Basil Oil
Creamy burrata, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil dressed in a punchy basil oil and balsamic glaze. Ready in 10 minutes — the ultimate no-cook summer plate.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 14g
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Ingredients
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 1 lb ripe tomatoes (mixed heirloom or cherry)
- ½ cup, packed fresh basil
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 pinch, to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Roughly chop basil and blend with olive oil, salt, and pepper until fragrant and bright green.
- 2
Slice tomatoes or halve cherry tomatoes and spread on a platter. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Tear burrata into 2–3 large pieces and nestle among the tomatoes.
- 4
Drizzle basil oil generously over everything. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
- 5
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately while burrata is creamy.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- blender or food processor
- serving platter
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