Description

This Sun-Kissed Tomato Burrata Salad is a delicious and refreshing appetizer featuring oven-roasted cherry tomatoes that intensify their natural sweetness. Paired with creamy burrata cheese, a tangy garlic and red wine vinegar dressing, and fresh basil, this 4-serving salad perfectly balances rich, savory, and bright flavors. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it makes a perfect starter or a light summer meal.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

6 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
10 fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn

Seasonings & Dressing

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, finely minced, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided

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Instructions

Roast Tomatoes: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them on a baking sheet. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 clove of minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Roast the tomatoes for 15-20 minutes until they soften and develop slight wrinkles, which concentrates their natural sweetness. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature.
Prepare Burrata: Remove the burrata cheese from the refrigerator about 15-20 minutes before serving to bring it to room temperature. Gently tear or slice the burrata and arrange it neatly on a serving platter. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the cheese and sprinkle with a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Make Dressing & Assemble: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, the remaining 1 clove of minced garlic, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to create a simple yet flavorful dressing. Scatter the cooled roasted tomatoes around the burrata on the platter. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Finally, garnish with the chopped or torn fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately to enjoy the full freshness of the ingredients.

Notes

For best flavor, use cherry tomatoes that are ripe and sweet.
Allowing burrata to come to room temperature enhances its creaminess.
You can substitute red wine vinegar with balsamic vinegar for a slightly different tang.
This salad is best served immediately to preserve the freshness and texture.
Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within one day.