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    Home » Riviera Recipes

    June 13, 2021

    Tomato Burrata Salad with Basil and Orange Zest

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    tomato basil salad in a blue bowl on a marble table with a napkin and a knife

    A fresh twist on a familiar favorite - this Tomato Burrata Salad recipe with basil and orange zest is beautiful to serve and has a delicious, decadent flavor from the creamy burrata and the orange zest that will surprise and delight.

    Adding fresh citrus to a familiar dish is one of the easiest ways to give a French Riviera flair to a dish. Fresh grated lemon is also a delicious substitute for oranges if you do not have them. If you have burrata but no tomatoes this recipe can also be used with roasted zucchini, eggplant or peppers.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between mozzarella and burrata?

    Burrata is a creamier, milkier almost sweeter version of mozzarella cheese. It is essentially fresh mozzarella cheese that has been soaked in heavy in cream and wrapped together as a larger mozzarella ball. The flavor is rich, fresh and slightly sweet. So decadent.

    What is French Riviera Cooking?

    Very simply – it is a healthier version of what is commonly known as French cuisine. Rooted in the Mediterranean diet , the food of the French Riviera is a mix of Provençal, Italian, Greek, North African and French cuisines. It is inspired by the sun and the Mediterranean sea and features lots of seasonal fruits and vegetables, fish, and olive oil. Preferred cooking methods are oven baked or poached and the iconic ingredients of northern French cuisine, butter and cheese, are seldom used. The most common seasonings are rosemary, thyme, herbes de Provence, as well fresh lemon or orange zest.

    What to serve with a tomato burrata salad?

    This recipe of tomato burrata salad can absolutely be served on its own. There is a generous enough portion of tomatoes and burrata to make a full meal. On its own this recipe is vegetarian, keto and also part of the mediterranean diet. I typically serve this dish with a crusty homebaked baguette or as a side to a BBQ. Grilled chicken, lamb or beef would pair beautifully with tomato burrata salad.

    Can I substitute mozzarella for burrata?

    Absolutely. Just make sure to use fresh mozzarella as opposed to the solid, block cheese kind. The creamy, light flavor and texture of fresh cheese really makes this dish. Soft goat cheese would also be nice.

    How to serve

    2 blue bowls on a table with tomato burrata salad. a chair in the background
    Table dressings and presentation make for a restaurant worthy experience at home

    When using simple, fresh ingredients, presentation is everything! You could easily serve this salad in a big mixing bowl and it certainly taste delicious but it would not be nearly the full experiences for the senses that it is when your tomato burrata salad is beautifully presented. We eat with our eyes first! Here is how we dress our table:

    Le Creuset Marseille blue plates

    Provençal napkins - I go to Shop Crème de la Crème in Middleburg as a regular outing but you can also find them on line in their boutique.

    Ingredients for Tomato Burrata Salad with basil and orange zest

    4 glass bowls filled with tomatoes, basil and burrata cheese with an orange in the middle

    One of the easiest and quickest summer salads to make - there are only 4 main ingredients:

    Tomatoes (in this recipe I use cherry tomatoes and Campari but you can use the tomatoes that are available to you. Big beefsteak tomatoes are so delicious as well as multicolored heirloom tomatoes)

    Burrata - Burrata can be found in the deli counter of most supermarkets and certainly in a specialty cheese shop. Look for it next to mozzarella.

    Fresh Basil

    Orange zest - finely grate the skin of an orange using this smallest grater you can find. I highly recommend using Microplane or else a parmesan grater.

    Let me know if you try orange zest on your tomato burrata salad with basil. I would love to hear from you!

    (Full recipe below)

    Au plaisir mes amis,

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    Tomato Burrata Salad with Basil and Orange Zest

    • Author: lechefswife
    • Prep Time: 10
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 2 1x
    • Category: starters, salads
    • Method: Raw
    • Cuisine: French, Italian
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    A fresh twist on a familiar favorite - this Tomato Burrata Salad recipe with basil and orange zest is beautiful to serve and has a delicious, decadent flavor from the creamy burrata and the orange zest that will surprise and delight.


    Ingredients

    Scale

    2 cups cherry tomatoes

    2 cups campari tomatoes

    1 cup burrata cheese 

    ½ cup fresh basil leaves (stems removed)

    2 tbsps olive oil

    1 tsp balsamic vinegar

    Zest from one orange

    pinch of coarse sea salt


    Instructions

    The art of a beautiful Tomato Burrata salad is all about the presentation. There is no actual cooking - simply chopping and arranging to make a beautiful meal.

    First chop the cherry tomatoes in half lengthwise. Then quarter the campari tomatoes, also lengthwise to create segments. 

    Place half of the cherry tomatoes and half of the campari tomatoes on each plate to create the base of the salad.

    In the center, gently set the burrata ball. Depending on the size of burrata you have it could be 2 small balls or one large ball per person.

    Scatter the full basil leaves around the tomatoes on each dish.

    Whisk the olive oil and balsamic vinegar together in a small bowl with a pinch of salt to create the vinaigrette. Using a teaspoon, gently sprinkle the vinaigrette over the tomatoes and burrata on each dish.

    Lastly, finish with the orange zest. I like to sprinkle the orange zest over the burrata for the strongest visual effect.

    Bon Appetit!


    Notes

    Burrata is a creamier, milkier almost sweeter version of mozzarella cheese. It is essentially fresh mozzarella cheese that has been soaked in heavy in cream and wrapped together as a larger mozzarella ball. The flavor is rich, fresh and slightly sweet. So decadent.

    This recipe of tomato burrata salad can absolutely be served on its own. There is a generous enough portion of tomatoes and burrata to make a full meal. On its own this recipe is vegetarian, keto and also part of the mediterranean diet. I typically serve this dish with a crusty home baked baguette or as a side to a BBQ. Grilled chicken, lamb or beef would pair beautifully with tomato burrata salad.

     

    Keywords: tomato salad, caprese salad, tomato burrata, italian salad, french salad, bbq side, tomato burrata and basil

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