Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Burrata Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes & Basil Pesto, a perfect representation of summer’s bounty. This vibrant salad features juicy heirloom tomatoes paired with creamy burrata cheese, all drizzled with a bold homemade basil pesto. With its quick preparation and elegant presentation, this dish is ideal for light dinners, gatherings with friends, or as an eye-catching side at your next barbecue. Enjoy the delightful explosion of flavors and colors that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, drained and patted dry
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season
- Optional: Grilled bread, finely chopped fresh basil, olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes by slicing them into thick rounds.
- Layer the sliced tomatoes on a large serving platter and season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Nestle the burrata into the tomato layers, gently breaking it apart to reveal its creamy interior.
- Drizzle basil pesto over the entire salad.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with grilled bread and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of salad (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg