Cherry Tomato Burrata Caprese
Assemble a fresh, simple Caprese salad using sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fresh basil. This no-cook appetizer comes together quickly.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 (8 ounce) ball burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the halved cherry tomatoes in a medium bowl.
- Gently tear the burrata cheese into several large pieces and arrange them among the tomatoes.
- Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes and burrata.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients.
- If using, drizzle the balsamic glaze lightly over the top for added sweetness.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the assembled salad sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best taste.
- You can substitute fresh oregano for some of the basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 70
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