Burrata Tomato Basil Salad
Creamy burrata meets juicy heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and a bright lemon-garlic dressing. This Italian summer salad takes 10 minutes and steals the show.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 12g
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Ingredients
- 1 lb heirloom or cherry tomatoes, mixed colors
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole garlic clove, minced
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp fleur de sel or sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Cut large tomatoes into quarters; halve the cherry tomatoes. Arrange on a serving plate.
- 2
Whisk lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt in a small bowl until emulsified.
- 3
Tear basil leaves by hand and scatter over the tomatoes.
- 4
Nestle burrata in the center of the plate, breaking it gently so the creamy center oozes out.
- 5
Drizzle dressing over everything. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- small bowl
- whisk
- serving plate
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