Description
A fresh and vibrant Italian-inspired no-cook salad featuring juicy ripe peaches, creamy burrata cheese, and sweet cherry tomatoes, garnished with fragrant basil and drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish for summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Dairy
- 8 oz burrata cheese, torn or whole
Condiments and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the Fruits and Tomatoes: On a large serving platter, arrange the sliced peaches and halved cherry tomatoes in an alternating pattern, creating an appealing base for the salad.
- Add the Burrata: Tear the burrata into pieces and gently place it on top of the peaches and tomatoes, or place the whole burrata ball in the center of the platter if you prefer a more rustic presentation.
- Incorporate Basil Leaves: Tuck fresh basil leaves evenly throughout the salad to infuse it with aromatic flavor and vibrant color.
- Finish with Dressing and Seasoning: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the salad. Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to your taste preferences.
- Serve Immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, so serve immediately to appreciate the contrasting textures and fresh flavors.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, sprinkle the salad with toasted pine nuts or crushed pistachios before serving.
- This salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or crusty artisan bread for a complete summer meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Side
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 salad
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
