Burrata and Peaches Salad with Cherries (Caprese)

This summer, we're elevating the classic Caprese with this burrata and peaches salad. A stunning combination of creamy burrata, sweet peaches, and juicy cherries, all tossed in a vibrant herb vinaigrette.

Course Appetizer

Prep Time 25

Rest Time 20

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 296kcal

Author Rebecca Taig

Ingredients

Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil, plus more to drizzle on top of the burrata
1 tablespoon (15ml) white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon (7g) honey
1 tablespoon freshly chopped basil, (about ¼ cup of basil leaves)
½ tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
pinch flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes

Salad

4 peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
1 cup (8 ounces) cherries, pitted and sliced in half
2 (4-ounce) burrata cheese balls, room temperature
pinch flaky sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, to season

Instructions

Make the vinaigrette. In a large-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, chopped basil, and minced thyme. Season with a pinch of flaky sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Prepare the fruit. Slice the peaches into wedges, pit the cherries and slice them in half. Add the fruit to the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Let the mixture sit for 20 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
Plate the fruit. Arrange the marinated fruit onto a serving platter. Drizzle with any remaining vinaigrette.
Add the burrata. Gently tear the balls of burrata and arrange them around the marinated fruit on the platter. 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.

Notes

Serve at Room Temperature (or Slightly Chilled): For the best flavor and texture, especially for the burrata, try to serve this salad at room temperature. Take the burrata out of the fridge about 15-30 minutes before assembling. Cold burrata can be a bit firm, but at room temperature, its creamy interior will be perfectly luscious.

Storage: This delicious salad is best enjoyed fresh, the same day it's made. While you can store leftover burrata and peach salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days, keep in mind that after this time, the fruit will begin to soften and the burrata's creamy center will solidify, losing its desirable texture.

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