Description
A refreshing salad combining ripe cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Balsamic reduction for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
- Arrange the dressed tomatoes on a serving platter or individual plates.
- Tear the burrata cheese into large pieces and place them among the tomatoes.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic reduction if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish is perfect as a light appetizer or a side salad.
- Make it ahead of time but add the burrata just before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg