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Mediterranean Tomato Burrata Basil Salad Recipe

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A vibrant summer salad combining ripe tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fresh basil with a zesty olive oil dressing. Effortless and elegant, this dish balances textures and herbal notes in peak-season ingredients.

  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 large ripened tomatoes
1 burrata cheese ball (8 ounces)
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

Tear burrata into large pieces and arrange on a platter
Slice tomatoes and layer around burrata
Tuck basil leaves between tomatoes
Drizzle olive oil over salad
Sprinkle salt and pepper
Finish with balsamic vinegar for brightness

Notes

Use heirloom or vine-ripened tomatoes for maximum flavor
Let tomatoes sit at room temperature before serving
Add crusty bread or grilled vegetables as accompaniments
Handle basil gently to preserve fragrance

  • Author: Samantha Jones
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: Mediterranean Table
  • Method: Cold
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 305
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg