Description
This roasted tomato burrata salad combines sweet caramelized tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a vibrant basil vinaigrette for a fresh and flavorful dish. Perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or elegant side served with toasted bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 balls fresh burrata cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- 2 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, or baby kale), optional
- Toasted ciabatta or baguette, for serving
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
- Roast for 15–20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Spread the mixed greens on a serving platter if using.
- Tear the burrata into large pieces and arrange over the greens or directly on the platter.
- Spoon the roasted tomatoes over the burrata.
- Drizzle the basil vinaigrette evenly over the salad.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately with toasted ciabatta or baguette.
Notes
- Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the sweetest flavor.
- The basil vinaigrette can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.
- For extra crunch, top with toasted pine nuts or pistachios.
- Serve immediately after assembling for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
