Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata
A delightful summer dish featuring ripe peaches, creamy burrata, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, perfect for gatherings or as a refreshing side.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe peaches, sliced into wedges Select ripe but firm peaches.
- 8 ounces creamy burrata cheese Can substitute with fresh mozzarella.
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves Enhances flavor and adds color.
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved Add vibrant flesh to the salad.
Dressings and Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Adds richness to the dish.
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or vinegar Provides a sweet-tangy kick.
- to taste salt Enhances sweetness of ingredients.
- to taste pepper Adds a bit of zing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and slice the peaches: Begin by rinsing 4 ripe peaches under cool water. Slice them into wedges.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes: Take 2 cups of cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
- Layer the sliced peaches: On a large serving platter, artistically arrange the peach slices.
- Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes: Evenly distribute the cherry tomato halves over the peach slices.
- Tear the burrata into pieces: Delicately tear the burrata cheese into pieces and distribute them around the salad.
- Tuck in fresh basil leaves: Take handfuls of fresh basil leaves and tuck them in between the peach and tomato slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil: Generously sprinkle olive oil over the entire dish.
- Finish with balsamic glaze or vinegar: Add balsamic glaze or vinegar over the salad.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste: Finalize seasoning to elevate the dish.
- Serve fresh: Enjoy this salad immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
For best results, use ripe but firm peaches. If burrata isn't available, fresh mozzarella is a suitable alternative. Consider adding sliced avocado or honey for extra flavors.