Burrata Caprese Recipe
A fresh and elegant Burrata Caprese salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction for a perfect balance of flavors. This no-cook Italian classic is quick to assemble and ideal as a light appetizer or side dish.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Vegetables
- 20 oz. cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
Dairy
Condiments and Seasonings
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Drizzle of balsamic reduction
- Flaky salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the tomatoes: Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes and arrange them in a single layer on a serving plate to create the base of your salad.
- Add burrata and basil: Nestle the whole burrata cheese in the center of the tomatoes. Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top to infuse fresh herbal aroma.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the entire salad with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction to add richness and a touch of sweetness.
- Season and serve: Sprinkle flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper on top for seasoning. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and creamy texture at its best.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality burrata cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Balsamic reduction can be purchased ready-made or prepared by simmering balsamic vinegar until thickened.
- Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the freshness and prevent the cheese from softening too much.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or as a side to grilled meats.
Keywords: Burrata Caprese, caprese salad, burrata cheese, Italian salad, fresh tomato salad, basil salad, no-cook salad