Artificial Flavors Free Burrata Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Every ingredient on this platter is exactly what it says it is — ripe heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh basil, and a bright lemon-olive oil dressing with nothing hidden underneath. That simplicity is what makes it so satisfying to put together, especially when you want a showstopper dish without reaching for anything processed or artificially enhanced. The dressing comes together in seconds with just a whisk, letting the natural acidity of the lemon and the grassy richness of extra-virgin olive oil do all the heavy lifting. Heirloom tomatoes in a mix of colors and sizes make the platter genuinely beautiful, and tearing the burrata into soft, pillowy pieces means every bite gets that luscious, milky creaminess. A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting, while torn basil and optional pine nuts bring freshness and a little crunch. This is the kind of recipe that proves clean, real ingredients need zero shortcuts to taste extraordinary.
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4 servings
- 2 lb heirloom tomatoes (a mix of colors and sizes), sliced ¼-inch thick or halved if small
- 8 oz fresh burrata cheese
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp raw pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of flaky sea salt until combined.
- 2
Arrange the tomato slices (or halves) in a single, slightly overlapping layer across a large serving platter. Season the tomatoes with the remaining flaky sea salt and the black pepper.
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