Burrata Salad

This easy Burrata Salad is simple, refreshing, and delicious! It’s the perfect summer tomato salad with an amazing homemade vinaigrette dressing.

Fresh tomatoes are synonymous with summer, and this Burrata Salad is the perfect recipe to celebrate them! Big, meaty garden tomatoes are sliced and juicy cherry tomatoes are quartered for the perfect blend of flavors and textures to soak up the amazing vinaigrette. The bold taste of the fresh basil and creamy burrata cheese are all you need to turn these seasoned tomatoes into the best meal of the summer!

Can’t get enough tomatoes? Check out these growing tips, this DIY tomato cage, and this canning tutorial to get the most from your garden!

Ingredients

Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need for this easy summer salad. Find exact measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• Tomatoes – Large & cherry varieties. You want a mix of heirloom and regular varieties for the best flavors and textures.
• Burrata – There’s really no substitute for the amazing, creamy texture you’ll get from burrata cheese. If you can’t get it, though, some fresh mozzarella will be tasty, too.
• Basil – Shredded. This is the easiest way to ensure you’ll get a burst of fresh, herby flavor in every bite.
• Vinaigrette ingredients – Olive oil, Champagne vinegar, liquid sweetener, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Feel free to swap the olive oil with your preferred mild oil for a dressing. If you can’t find champagne vinegar, you could replace it with apple cider vinegar. You could use honey or maple syrup for the liquid sweetener (or sugar-free maple syrup to make this keto & low-carb).

How to make a fresh burrata salad

This easy salad recipe is simple and delicious while looking gorgeous at a party! Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this healthy side dish or appetizer.

Make the vinaigrette

Start by making your champagne vinaigrette. Simply pour your vinegar, olive oil, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper into a bowl and whisk. You could also put it all in a jar and shake–This is my preferred method if I’m prepping for the week because I can just put the jar in the fridge until I need it.

Slice tomatoes

Cut your cherry tomatoes into quarters, then slice your large tomatoes horizontally. Discard the ends and any hard core pieces if your tomatoes have any in the center of your slices. These can usually last up to 3 days in the fridge, so feel free to prep this ahead of time. If sliced ahead of time, pour out any excess water that comes from the tomatoes while they’re sitting in the fridge.

Assemble salad

Arrange your sliced tomatoes however you like on a rimmed platter or bowl, then drizzle with half of the vinaigrette. Place the burrata in the center, then drizzle the rest of the dressing over the cheese and tomatoes. Sprinkle the top with your chopped basil, then serve immediately.

What to serve with Burrata Salad

This refreshing salad is super easy and can be paired with so many sides and entrees. It’s an easy side dish to pair with a quick one-pan dish like this Pesto Chicken or Tuscan Chicken. For the perfect summer dinner, enjoy the salad with Corn Fritters and fresh lemonade. If you’re keeping it vegetarian, round out the meal with tasty Smashed Brussels Sprouts and Cheddar Zucchini Cornbread Muffins.

Take it for lunch, too! It would be delicious with other lunch snacks like…

• Turkey Roll-Ups
• Loaded Italian Wraps
• Spinach and Cheese Bites
• Lunch Rollups and Skewers

Storage instructions

I don’t recommend making this ahead of time as the tomatoes get quite watery and the basil wilts as it sets in the dressing. You can prep it ahead of time by slicing the tomatoes and mixing the dressing, but keep the elements separated until you’re ready to serve.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Tomato Salad

• If you sliced up your tomatoes ahead of time, you may want to drain them before making this salad. Tomatoes get watery as they sit, and that’s why we don’t recommend mixing up this salad until you’re ready to eat.
• Consider adding more greens! If your basil plant is flourishing, feel free to add more basil. This would be fantastic on a bed of spinach, too!
• Feeling extra hungry? You could add diced grilled chicken or air fryer steak tips to stretch the meal further and add more protein.
• Missing something? No problem. If you can’t find fresh burrata cheese, consider making this easy caprese salad with mozzarella pearls instead! If you don’t have fresh basil, you could use a spoonful of homemade pesto.

More easy salad recipes

• Creamy Cucumber Salad
• Grilled Zucchini Salad
• Easy Grape Salad
• Keto Antipasto Salad
• Easy Chickpea Cucumber Salad

Need more tomato recipes? You have to try this mild salsa, our delicious roasted tomato sauce, and everyone’s favorite homemade tomato soup.