Citric Acid Free Burrata Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Fresh heirloom tomatoes in a rainbow of colors make this salad genuinely stunning on a platter, and the creamy, pillowy burrata nestled among them takes it completely over the top. The dressing here leans on fresh lemon juice and zest rather than any processed citric acid additives, so you know exactly what's going into every bite. That distinction matters more than it sounds — citric acid shows up as a preservative or flavor enhancer in a surprising number of bottled dressings and packaged cheeses, making simple dishes like this harder to navigate than they should be. By building the vinaigrette yourself from olive oil, fresh lemon, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, you keep everything clean and straightforward. Torn basil and optional pine nuts finish the platter with herby brightness and a gentle crunch. This is the kind of dish that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in minutes with no cooking required — just good ingredients arranged beautifully and served right away.
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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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