Burrata Caprese is a twist on the classic Caprese salad. Marinated cherry tomatoes on top of creamy burrata drizzled with olive oil and sea salt flakes. This recipe is fresh flavorful and perfect for summer!
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Why You'll Love This Burrata Caprese Recipe
Experience the taste of summer with Burrata Caprese. Creamy burrata cheese paired with juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh basil makes for a delightful and satisfying dish. We love serving this as an appetizer paired with an Aperol spritz or limoncello spritz for the full Italian experience. Here are some reasons why you will love this burrata caprese salad recipe:
- Incredibly easy to make - This burrata salad recipe is fast and straightforward. The perfect side dish!
- Fresh and flavorful - We use healthy and simple ingredients that are flavorful.
- A staple Italian salad - Burrata caprese is a beloved salad, similar to a traditional Caprese salad, that you can bring to almost any summer gathering or dinner party.
Burrata Caprese Ingredients
You'll need the following ingredients to make this burrata caprese salad:
Ingredient Notes
- Cherry Tomatoes: Look for fresh and ripe tomatoes without bruising. We added a few yellow tomatoes for a pop of color.
- Olive Oil: Look for a good quality extra virgin olive oil. It is used in both the marinade and to drizzle on top of the burrata before serving.
- Vinegar: A combination of balsamic vinegar and apple cider vinegar adds the perfect amount of acidity to the vinaigrette.
- Honey: A small amount of sweetness to balance the acidity.
- Herbs: Fresh fragrant basil and fresh thyme are to flavor the marinade and garnish on top of the salad.
- Garlic: Adds flavor, aroma, and texture.
- Spices: A few sprinkles of flaky salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes are whisked into the vinaigrette for added flavor, and then lightly sprinkled on top of the burrata cheese for a crunchy texture.
- Burrata: This recipe requires two (4-ounce) fresh burrata cheese balls. You could also use one large (8-ounce) ball of burrata. If you can’t find creamy burrata cheese, use a ball of fresh mozzarella or ricotta cheese.
Find the printable recipe card with full instructions and measurements below.
How To Make Burrata Caprese
- Make the vinaigrette. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, chopped basil, and chopped thyme. Season with a pinch of flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add sliced cherry tomatoes. Toss to combine and set aside. Allow the tomatoes to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Plate the burrata. To serve, break the balls of burrata over a serving platter.
- Spoon the tomatoes on top. Arrange the juicy tomatoes around the burrata with a few fresh basil leaves. Lightly drizzle the top of the burrata cheese with olive oil. Add a few more flecks of flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to finish. Serve with toasted bread or crackers.
Variations
There are many flavor combinations you can add to this recipe including:
- Strawberries
- Cherries
- Grilled peaches
- Heirloom tomatoes
- Avocado slices
- Basil pesto
- Sweet balsamic glaze
Expert Tips
- Serve at room temperature: You want both the marinated tomatoes and burrata to be served at room temperature. If marinating the tomatoes overnight, bring them to room temperature before plating, and allow the burrata to sit out for 30 minutes before serving.
- Choose quality ingredients. Fresh ingredients are key to making this dish flavorful and appetizing.
Storage Instructions
- Storage: Leftover burrata caprese can be kept for 2 days in an airtight container in the fridge. After 2 days the tomatoes will become more acidic and the buratta’s creamy center will solidify and lose its velvety texture.
FAQ
Burrata cheese is an Italian cow’s milk cheese with an outer shell of fresh mozzarella wrapped around a soft center of stracciatella (cheese curds and cream).
Burrata Caprese is best served with toasted crusty bread (gluten-free if needed) or crackers.
Burrata is filled with soft cheese curds and cream known as stracciatella! Burrata is richer and slightly sweeter than mozzarella, both are dense and creamy, and best served at room temperature.
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Recipe
Burrata Caprese Salad With Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 4 cups (24 ounces) cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, plus additional leaves for garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
- 2 (4-ounce) burrata cheese balls, at room temperature
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, chopped basil, and chopped thyme. Season with a pinch of flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add sliced cherry tomatoes. Toss to combine and set aside. Allow the tomatoes to marinate for 30 minutes. At this time pull the burrata out of the refrigerator to come to room temperature.
- Plate the burrata. To serve, break the balls of burrata over a serving platter.
- Spoon the tomatoes on top. Arrange the tomatoes around the burrata with a few fresh basil leaves. Lightly drizzle the top of the burrata cheese with olive oil. Add a few more flecks of flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to finish. Serve with toasted bread or crackers.
Kenny says
Simple and delicious recipe. The burrata is such a nice cheese that pairs well with the tomatoes.