5 Easy & Delicious Burrata Salad Recipes
If you love burrata cheese, you need to try these easy and delicious burrata salad recipes. Each salad is packed with fresh vegetables, yummy salad dressings, and of course, creamy burrata cheese. Plus, the recipe for heirloom tomato & burrata salad.
Ever wonder “what to make with burrata cheese“? A burrata salad, of course! While you can always add burrata to other dishes, like pasta, I always find burrata salads to be downright delicious, crowd pleasing, and easy to make. And as a Registered Dietitian, I love that burrata salad recipes highlight seasonal and fresh vegetables and fruit.
What is burrata cheese?
Burrata cheese is a fresh soft Italian cheese. It is made from cow’s milk and cream, and looks like a ball of fresh mozzarella cheese. The outer casing of burrata is mozzarella cheese, which is filled with the creamiest stracciatella cream that oozes out when cut into.
What does burrata taste like?
Burrata tastes similar to fresh mozzarella cheese, but it is richer, saltier, and more flavorful. Overall, the flavor is buttery, milky, and mild.
Where to buy burrata cheese?
You can buy burrata cheese in most major grocery stores these days. You can also buy burrata cheese at smaller specialty cheese shops or Italian markets.
Below, find the best burrata salad recipes, including heirloom tomato and burrata salad, aka burrata caprese salad!
5 Burrata Salad Recipes
Burrata Panzanella Salad
This burrata panzanella is an Italian bread salad with juicy tomatoes, crunchy toasted bread, fresh basil, and creamy burrata cheese. It’s a simple and delicious summertime side dish ready in under 30 minutes.
Burrata Salad with Tomatoes and Melon
This burrata salad is super simple to whip up. This recipe will impress your guests with its vibrant colors and delicious summer flavor! Burrata + tomatoes = the hottest couple of the summertime. The juicy tomatoes pair so well with creamy and rich burrata, especially with a little basil and balsamic.
Citrus, Beet, and Burrata Salad (Gluten Free)
This citrus, beet, and burrata salad is the perfect easy salad recipe to showcase winter produce this season. It’s packed with nutrients like antioxidants, vitamin C, and folate. Serve this as a tasty side dish with your holiday meal, or with any weeknight dinner!
Arugula & Burrata Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash
This arugula burrata salad with butternut squash is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make side dish to make any meal feel special. Creamy burrata cheese, peppery arugula, and sweet roasted butternut squash make for an unexpected yet mouthwatering flavor combination. Ready to enjoy in about 30 minutes. I’m a firm believer that rich and creamy burrata
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Print5 Easy Burrata Salad Recipes: Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: serves 4
- Category: salads
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
If you love burrata cheese, you need to try these easy and delicious burrata salad recipes. Each salad is packed with fresh vegetables, yummy salad dressings, and of course, creamy burrata cheese. Plus, the recipe for heirloom tomato & burrata salad.
Ingredients
- 5 large to medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced into rounds
- 1 ball burrata cheese, cut into 8 pieces
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Arrange tomato slices in a shallow layer on a plate.
- Top with fresh basil.
- Add the pieces of burrata cheese.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Notes
CAN I PREPARE THIS SALAD IN ADVANCE?
I don’t recommend preparing this salad recipe in advance. The flavors and textures are best when made and eaten fresh. Plus, it really only takes a few minutes to prepare because it is so simple!
If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge. Leftovers are best consumed within 24 hours.
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