PCOS Friendly Burrata Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Ripe, jewel-toned heirloom tomatoes paired with creamy burrata make for one of those dishes that looks impossibly impressive with almost no effort at all. The bright lemon-olive oil dressing ties everything together with a gentle kick of red pepper flakes, while torn basil keeps it fresh and aromatic. Extra-virgin olive oil is a cornerstone ingredient here, and its anti-inflammatory properties make it a genuinely smart choice for managing hormonal balance through food. Tomatoes bring natural antioxidants and fiber without spiking blood sugar, which matters when you're eating with your hormones in mind. Burrata offers satisfying fat and protein that help keep you full and support steady energy levels throughout the day. Optional pine nuts add a subtle crunch along with healthy fats and a little extra magnesium — a mineral many people with hormonal imbalances tend to run low on. This is the kind of salad that earns a permanent spot in your rotation, especially when summer produce is at its peak.
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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)
Can be omittedpine nuts
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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