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Burrata with Heirloom Tomatoes

Creamy burrata surrounded by ripe tomatoes with basil and aged balsamic

cold_biteEasyItalian
Prep10 min0Total10 minServes2Temproom_temp
✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy
Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1burrata(8 oz, room temperature)
  • 2heirloom tomatoes(mixed colors, sliced)
  • 1 cupcherry tomatoes(halved)
  • 0.25 cupfresh basil leaves(torn)
  • 3 tbspextra-virgin olive oil(best quality)
  • 1 tbspaged balsamic vinegar
  • flaky sea salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • crusty bread(for serving)
Make Ahead

This must be assembled and served immediately. Burrata should be room temperature.

Instructions
  1. 1Arrange tomato slices on platter
  2. 2Place burrata in center
  3. 3Scatter cherry tomatoes and basil around cheese
  4. 4Drizzle generously with olive oil
  5. 5Drizzle balsamic over tomatoes
  6. 6Season everything with flaky salt and pepper
  7. 7Serve with crusty bread
  8. 8Cut into burrata at the table to release the creamy center
Notes
Pro Tips

Burrata must be at room temperature - cold masks its flavor. Use the best tomatoes you can find; this dish depends on perfect ingredients. Cut into the burrata at the table for dramatic effect. Quality olive oil and aged balsamic make the difference. Simple is best here.

History & Origin

Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese from Puglia, made from mozzarella formed into a pouch and filled with stracciatella (shredded mozzarella) and cream. It was created in the 1920s as a way to use mozzarella scraps. The combination with tomatoes showcases the essence of Italian summer.

Cocktail Pairings
Pairs Well With
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