Burrata Caprese
This burrata caprese takes the classic and already delicious caprese salad to the next level! Extra creamy burrata with fresh and flavorful heirloom tomatoes, sweet shallots, fragrant basil, topped with flaky salt, fresh black pepper, olive oil and balsamic glaze. Perfect dish to enjoy all summer long!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 213kcal
Equipment
- paper towels
- large plate
Ingredients
- 8 ounces burrata I used two 4 ounces balls
- 4-5 large heirloom tomatoes sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, optional
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil more or less to taste
- ½ teaspoon salt more or less to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper more or less to taste
- 1-2 tablespoons balsamic glaze more or less to taste
- 9-10 large basil leaves sliced in chiffonade
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes, then arrange them in a large plate.
- Place the burrata balls onto paper towels for 1 minute to drain any excess liquid.
- Slice shallot very thinly, or finely chop if you prefer.
- Place shallot and burrata on top of tomatoes, sprinkle everything with salt, black pepper, olive oil, balsamic glaze and fresh basil. Serve with sliced baguette, crackers or side of choice.
Notes
*The nutritional values shown in this recipe are approximate for one suggested serving size using the ingredients listed but not including any optional items and may vary per actual preferred portion sizes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 302mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1653IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 322mg | Iron: 1mg