Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad

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The pairing of these ingredients is phenomenal. There is no other way to state it. A Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad just hits all the right notes when it comes to a delicious dish. The perfect kind of dish to kick off a meal that is sure to impress. This is the kind of dish that you’ll see in fancy food magazines, or on the menu for ridiculously high prices in nice restaurants. The good news is that while it looks spectacular and ‘cheffy’, it is one of the simplest recipes you can make at home yourself

Strawberries always feel like they elevate a dish don’t they? The sweetness they bring paired with the excitement that you’re eating something perhaps not specifically ‘traditional’ when it comes to a salad or starter dish makes them just amazing

So, when you pair Strawberries with lovely ripe Tomatoes and that oozing, delicious Burrata Cheese you are in for such a treat. This dish tastes as beautiful as it looks and is surprisingly very light to eat. Perfect for a light dinner in summer or the starter to a larger meal. The addition of a large piece of Burrata to the salad adds an element of theater when it’s cut open. That lovely Burrata Cheese oozes over the Salad in a way that you just must grab a fork and dive in

How to make Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad

Like the best things in life, simplicity is key in making this Salad. Good quality ingredients are all you need and you’ll be diving into one of the tastiest homemade recipes you’ve ever created, we guarantee it!

Like all good Salads, all the flavor comes from the fruit and vegetables. If you are using fresh Tomatoes and Strawberries that are lovely and ripe, all the hard work is already done for you. These ingredients by themselves are simply amazing. Yet, combine them into this wonderful salad and the flavor they are able to create is immense

There is sometimes some misperception about Strawberries and Tomatoes being sweet. However, when eaten raw they are more leaning towards the acidic side than they are the sweet side of the palate. When cooked, absolutely both ingredients become sweeter, however there is no cooking involved in this dish

So, adding a little bit more sweetness to the Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad is a great way to draw out the sweet flavor profile of the Strawberries and Tomatoes, without having to cook them. We do this with a simple dressing that includes Honey, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Salt, and Pepper

The Honey is really what ties this whole Salad together. Not only will it bring that beautiful sweetness that creates a wonderful familiarity of flavors to the Tomato and Strawberries, but it adds a lovely texture. The Honey adds a lovely thickness to the dressing that gives this salad a sense of luxury and indulgence, all while still being quite healthy for you

Nothing is more show stopping on a Salad than cutting into a big ball of fresh Burrata Mozzarella Cheese

The addition of Burrata to this tasty dish is really what transforms it from simple home cooking to something spectacular. The funny thing is there’s nothing fancy about it. You just place a lovely ball of Burrata Cheese on top of the Salad right before serving! There is always beauty in simplicity, and this dish is a fantastic representation of that

Burrata Cheese is essentially Mozzarella Cheese, but with a much more liquidy, milkier inside than your typical Mozzarella. The inside of the Burrata Cheese is called Stracciatella, and is the cheese we use in this wonderful dish using Heirloom Tomatoes and Stracciatella

When you cut into the Burrata Cheese, the delicious insides of the cheese (the Stracciatella) ooze out all over the beautiful Tomatoes and Strawberries, adding a lovely flavor and texture to the dish. It’s definitely a show stopping moment when cutting into the cheese, which makes this recipe perfect if you’re trying to impress!

Burrata Cheese does get a little bit pricey, however. So, if you’re looking for a more budget-conscious version of this recipe you can absolutely use regular Mozzarella Cheese in the dish. Just break up small chunks of the Mozzarella and serve it on top of the salad after it’s been dressed. The dish will still look amazing, and you’ll be able to save a few bucks while you’re at it

Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe Tomatoes, cored and sliced into wedges
• 2 cups Strawberries, green tops removed then halved
• 1 ball of Burrata (approx. 8 oz.)
• 1 tsp. Honey
• 2 tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar
• 3 tbsp. Olive Oil
• Salt and Pepper
  
  

Instructions

1. Begin by creating a vinaigrette by combining the Honey, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Salt and Pepper into a bowl. Whisk thoroughly to combine
2. Add the Tomatoes and Strawberries to the bowl and toss through to coat with the vinaigrette
3. Place the Burrata on top of the Salad and you’re ready to eat!
   
   

We mentioned at the start of this recipe that the simplest things in life are often the best. By looking at the simplicity of this recipe I’m sure after you taste how amazing this dish is, you’ll all agree with the statement too!

We love this Tomato Strawberry Burrata Salad, not only for how easy it is to make, but the incredible flavors you’re able to get out of these simple ingredients. We highly encourage you all to give this recipe and try and let us know in the comments below how it all went

For more show stopping Salads such as this, head over to our Salads section here. Here are a few of our absolute favorites we’d recommend that you try out:

• Easy Asian Cucumber Salad
• Duck and Nectarine Salad
• Thai Mango Salad with Peanut Dressing
• Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad