Beef Free Burrata Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Ripe heirloom tomatoes and creamy burrata are one of those pairings that feel almost too good to be true — and this salad delivers on every bit of that promise. A bright lemon-olive oil dressing with a whisper of red pepper flakes ties everything together, cutting through the richness of the cheese and making each bite feel alive. The tomatoes are layered across a platter in a gorgeous mix of colors and sizes, then topped with torn burrata, fresh basil, and optional pine nuts for a little crunch. It's the kind of dish that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in minutes with zero cooking required. Since this recipe is built entirely around produce, cheese, and pantry staples, there's nothing here that would raise a flag for anyone avoiding beef — it's naturally and completely free of it without any substitutions needed. Serve it immediately so the burrata stays lush and the tomatoes hold their just-seasoned freshness.
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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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