cAPRESE SALAD RECIPE

with burrata

Caprese salad with a twist

Caprese salad using burrata instead of mozzarella (but you can use mozzarella too!). Fresh tomatoes and basil with creamy burrata, topped with balsamic glaze and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect for summer and tomato season!

Caprese salad

4 servings

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10 min

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10 min

Ingredients

burrata or mozzarella fresh tomatoes balsamic glaze fresh basil extra virgin olive oil flakey sea salt black pepper

Slice tomatoes about ¼ inch thick. Drain brine from burrata, and let the ball sit on paper towels for a few minutes to drain and come to room temperature. Slice. 

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PREP

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Arrange the tomato and burrata slices on a plate or serving platter. Top with fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze. 

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Top the caprese salad with flakey salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately at room temperature. 

SERVE

3

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