Recipe Details
"This stunning salad celebrates the peak of summer produce with thick slices of juicy heirloom tomatoes and decadent, creamy burrata cheese. Finished with a drizzle of homemade balsamic glaze and fragrant basil, it is a sophisticated yet simple dish that impresses every time."
1 Ingredients
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| 2 lbs | Assorted heirloom tomatoes |
| 8 oz | Burrata cheese |
| 0.5 cup | Fresh basil leaves |
| 0.5 cup | Balsamic vinegar |
| 1 tsp | Honey |
| 2 tbsp | Extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1 tsp | Flaky sea salt |
| 0.5 tsp | Freshly ground black pepper |
2 Instructions
Prepare the balsamic glaze: Combine the balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the liquid reduces by half and becomes syrupy enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Prepare the tomatoes: Wash and dry the heirloom tomatoes. Slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds or rustic wedges to showcase their different colors and textures.
Assemble the base: Arrange the tomato slices on a large, shallow serving platter, overlapping them slightly to create an attractive pattern.
Add the cheese: Carefully place the burrata balls in the center of the tomato arrangement. Use a sharp knife to gently score the top of the cheese so the creamy stracciatella center begins to spill out slightly.
Garnish with herbs: Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato slices and around the burrata cheese.
Final drizzle: Generously drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil and the cooled balsamic glaze over the tomatoes and cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper just before serving.
💡 Tips & Tricks
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Always use room temperature tomatoes for the best flavor; refrigeration can dull their natural sweetness.
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Choose a high-quality, cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil to enhance the rich creaminess of the burrata.
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To prevent the salad from becoming watery, only add the salt and balsamic glaze immediately before serving.
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Use a mix of colors like Cherokee Purple, Green Zebra, and Brandywine for the most visually striking presentation.
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