An Italian classic, full of fresh flavors, with smooth and creamy burrata cheese. Perfect with sliced crostini toast points!
Today’s #SundaySupper theme is all things Italian. My own Italian momma always makes sure we have lots to eat anytime we’re together. She will always ask if you’ve had enough. I feel like I have a lot of my mom’s traits in that regard. I love feeding people! Nothing makes me happier than loving you with a good meal.
When I normally think of an Italian meal, I think of lasagna, or a good sauce that cooks all day; with a side of crusty bread (#duh). Those dishes hold really fond memories for me, growing up.
But the older I get, the more I crave simple dishes. The better the ingredients, the less a good meal really needs, in my opinion.
I’m obsessed with burrata lately – mozzarella made with cream. It is heavenly, you guys. My sister and I were at a restaurant recently, and ordered a Tomato Caprese with Burrata to start. It was so simple, and had so much flavor in its simplicity! I knew for today’s link-up, I had to re-create this dish in my own kitchen. It did not disappoint!
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Ingredients
- 1/2 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 ball fresh burrata - usually comes as a 4oz ball
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- To a medium sized bowl, mix tomatoes, onion, fresh basil, olive oil, salt and pepper. Refrigerate 1 hour for flavors to marry.
- When ready to serve, place burrata in center of serving dish. Plate caprese mix around burrata. Drizzle balsamic over plate. Serve immediately.
See what other flavorful Italian recipes we’re sharing below:
Appetizers:
- Arancini Di Riso from My Imperfect Kitchen
- Cacio e Uova Meatless Recipe from She Loves Biscotti
- Gnocchi alla Romana from Tramplingrose
- Italian Rice Balls from My World Simplified
- Rosemary Focaccia from Curious Cuisiniere
- Tomato Caprese with Burrata from Casa de Crews
Mains:
- Asparagus and lemon risotto from Un Assaggio of Food, Wine & Marriage
- Braised Italian-Style Beef Short Ribs from Hardly A Goddess
- Bruschetta Chicken from Meal Planning Magic
- Bucatini with Roasted Garlic Butter Tomato Sauce from The TipToe Fairy
- Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe and Shrimp from Delaware Girl Eats
- Cheesy Gnocchi and Sausage Bake from Confessions of a Cooking Diva
- Classic Vodka Sauce from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Eggplant Parmesan from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
- Fast Faux-Baked Ziti from Fantastical Sharing of Recipes
- Fettuccine with Asparagus and Tomato from Angels Home Sweet Homestead
- Florentine Pizza from A Mind Full Mom
- Gluten Free Meatballs and Homemade Sauce from Gluten Free Crumbley
- Green and Yellow Artichoke Tortellini with Mushrooms, Pancetta and Spring Peas with White Wine Reduction from Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Grilled Chicken Pesto Panini from Eat, Drink and be Tracy
- Homemade Fettuccini with Kale, Pancetta and a Poached Egg from Adventures in All Things Food
- Homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli from The Petit Gourmet
- Lobster Ravioli in a Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce from Family Foodie
- Mushroom Bolognese Pasta Recipe from Life Tastes Good
- Parma Rosa Baked Ziti from Palatable Pastime
- Pasta can sarde a mare – pasta with sardines at sea from Caroline’s Cooking
- Pasta e Fagioli from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Penne Pasta with Sausage and Creamy Herb Sauce from Feeding Big and more
- Pesce all’Aqua Pazza from Monica’s Table
- Polenta-Crusted Italian Sausage Pies from Wholistic Woman
- Pumpkin Agnioletti from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Seafood Canneloni with Lemon-Garlic Cream Sauce from The Weekend Gourmet
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo from Grumpy’s Honeybunch
- Slow Cooker Lasagna from Food Lust People Love
- Stuffed Ravioli in Alfredo Sauce from The Freshman Cook
- Tuscan Kale Pesto Risotto from Cooking Chat
- Tuscan Porterhouse with Balsamic-Rosemary Steak Sauce and Seared Radicchio from The Texan New Yorker
- Tuscan Style Chicken Breasts from Simple and Savory
- Zuppa Toscana from Momma’s Meals
Dessert:
- Berries, Mascarpone and Marsala Budini from La Bella Vita Cucina
- Berry Tiramisu from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Cannoli Cake from Moore or Less Cooking
- Cherry Walnut Biscotti from Pies and Plots
- Chocolate Tiramisu from Renee’s Kitchen Adventures
- Fiordilatte Gelatofrom Manu’s Menu
- Italian Cream Cheesecake from The Crumby Cupcake
- Lemoncello Tiramisu from The Redhead Baker
- Limoncello Cookies from Cosmopolitan Cornbread
- Orange and Almond Ricotta Cheesecake from Pine Needles In My Salad
- Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries from The Chef Next Door
- Salame al Cioccolato (Chocolate Salami) from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Strawberry Panna Cotta from From Gate to Plate
- Tiramisu Semifreddo from Tara’s Multicultural Table
- Wine and Cheese Chocolate Muffins from What Smells So Good?
- Zabaglione Gelato from Magnolia Days
Beverages:
- Bicerin (Italian Coffee) from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Easy Limoncello from Our Good Life
- Liquore all’Alloro from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Sgroppino (Frothy Italian Sorbetto Cocktail) from The Wimpy Vegetarian
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Buratta is the best, isn’t it?
I love caprese but have never had burrata – I’m going to have to try it soon!
This is one of my favorite summertime salads!
That burrata is screaming EAT ME! It looks so creamy good perched atop those tomatoes.
That looks like Heaven on earth.
Pretty close 🙂
This has to be my all time favorite appetizer as well and your version is stunning!
My favorite salad in the summer! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
I’ll have to check my grocery store or request that they carry burrata–I’ve never had it, but I want to try it!
Oh it is SOOOO good!
Now I’m yearning for summer and ripe garden tomatoes! Love this salad!
Would you believe I’ve never had Burrato? No where around here sells it! This looks delicious though!
I can only find it at Trader Joe’s – I am obsessed! You would love it, Heather.
One of my favorite appetizers. Looks amazing!
Simple ingredients are always the tastiest and this is a great example. I love the burrata substitutions.
I love Burrata and this dish looks so beautiful with the colorful tomatoes.
Is there anything more delicious than burrata?!?? If so I don’t know what it is!! Gorgeous salad. Perfect start to an Italian feast.
Looks beautiful! Burrata has been on my list for a while, but I still haven’t gotten around to trying it. Sounds perfect paired with the tomatoes.
Love burrata and so good with those tasty tomatoes.
You had me at burrata, one of my favorite thins n life. Looks fantastic.
Gorgeous presentation! I just want to taste it!
Oh my! This looks amazing, Nichole! So simple, yet so full of flavor! I agree with you completely about the quality of ingredients and love to keep it simple by using the best ingredients. Can’t wait to try this!
I think burrata goes extremely well in a Caprese salad! Such a creamy cheese! I love the idea!