Tomato Burrata Salad with Toasted Bread
A fresh and simple Tomato Burrata Salad with Toasted Bread, combining ripe tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and crunchy toasted bread for a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish. Perfect for quick meals, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures ideal as a light lunch or impressive appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 to 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Cheese
- Ripe tomatoes (heirloom, cherry, or grape), about 2 cups, sliced or halved
- 1 ball (150g) burrata cheese, torn gently
Other Ingredients
- 4 slices rustic or sourdough bread, thick cut
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing bread
- Fresh basil leaves, a handful, torn
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Balsamic glaze (optional), for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash and slice the tomatoes. Cut larger heirloom tomatoes into wedges and halve or quarter cherry tomatoes to keep them bite-sized and juicy, perfect for blending flavors with burrata and bread.
- Toast the Bread: Slice rustic or sourdough bread into thick pieces and toast until golden brown and crunchy. For extra flavor, brush lightly with olive oil before toasting.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange the toasted bread on a serving platter or individual plates. Place the cut tomatoes on or around the bread in a visually appealing manner. Tear the burrata gently and scatter it evenly over the tomatoes and bread.
- Add Fresh Herbs and Season: Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle generously over the salad. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Drizzle with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and finish with an optional balsamic glaze for sweetness and acidity balance.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh so the bread keeps its crunch and the burrata remains creamy and luscious.
Notes
- Choose the ripest, in-season tomatoes for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
- Aim for a golden crisp when toasting bread without burning it.
- Bring tomatoes and burrata to room temperature to enhance natural flavors.
- Handle burrata gently to preserve its creamy interior.
- Add olive oil and balsamic glaze just before serving to keep the salad fresh and vibrant.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Tomato Burrata Salad, Toasted Bread, Mediterranean Salad, Quick Salad, Appetizer, Fresh Salad, Burrata Cheese