Why you’ll love this fresh tomato recipe
Simple – Only 5 super-fresh ingredients and it’s plated and ready to serve in 5-minutes flat! Versatile – You can serve it as a side salad with a summer dinner (here are some summer dinner ideas) or as an appetizer for a summer party or bbq. Adjustable – We love the simple base recipe but it can also be adjusted for a completely different flavor with some simple ingredient additions or swaps. Some variation suggestions are noted in the recipe card below, our favorite is adding a drizzle of honey 🙂
Ingredients for this easy burrata caprese salad
Burrata: A beautifully crafted fresh cheese, burrata has a soft shell wrapped around a creamy center. When cut open, the fresh cream in the center creates a blend of textures that are truly delightful to experience. Heirloom tomatoes: You can use any fresh tomatoes for this recipe, but heirlooms are the perfect pick. Fresh heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors make this salad a visual treat.Fresh basil: You need a little fresh basil in each and every bite for a true caprese salad.Extra virgin olive oil: Clean a refreshing olive oil combines with all of the other flavors in this salad perfectly. A mild to medium tasting olive oil is recommended.Balsamic vinegar: Any balsamic will do, but a thick balsamic or balsamic reduction has a sweet, syrupy flavor that goes perfectly with the salty burrata.Sea salt and fresh ground pepper: A dash of salt is great on the tomatoes but don’t overdo it as the burrata cheese will be salted as well. Fresh cracked pepper is optional but highly recommended.
What to serve with caprese salad
This is a standout summer salad that can be served with any healthy grilling recipe. It also doubles as an appetizer for a party or any summer cookout. Serve it with:
Some Greek turkey burgersAny baked or grilled fishKorean BBQ chickenSome cilantro, garlic and lime shrimp kabobs
