The Peach Burrata Salad is a sublime combination of luscious summer peaches and creamy burrata cheese, creating a harmonious marriage of sweet and savory flavors. This elegant salad showcases the beauty of simplicity while delivering a burst of seasonal goodness.
Start with ripe and juicy peaches, sliced to showcase their natural sweetness. The goal is to highlight the peaches’ succulence, so choose varieties like freestone or white peaches for optimal flavor. Arrange the peach slices on a serving platter or individual plates.
The star of this salad is burrata, a decadent cheese with a creamy interior that contrasts beautifully with its outer shell. Place dollops of burrata strategically among the peach slices, allowing its rich and velvety texture to complement the juiciness of the peaches.
To add a burst of freshness, incorporate vibrant greens such as arugula or mixed baby greens. The peppery notes of arugula enhance the overall flavor profile, creating a balanced and visually appealing dish.
For a crunchy element, scatter toasted nuts like pistachios or walnuts over the salad. The nuts provide a satisfying texture and a nutty richness that complements the creamy burrata and sweet peaches.
Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the salad for richness and depth of flavor. Optionally, a balsamic reduction or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt can be added to elevate the savory notes.
To assemble the Peach Burrata Salad, arrange the peach slices, burrata dollops, and greens on the serving platter. Scatter the toasted nuts, drizzle with olive oil, and add any optional elements for the finishing touch.
Chill the salad for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This exquisite dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, making it a perfect starter for summer gatherings or an elegant side dish for a special meal. Enjoy the sublime fusion of sweet peaches and creamy burrata in every bite.
Details Peach Burrata Salad Recipes
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients For Peach Burrata Salad Recipes
1 (4 ounce) ball burrata cheese, at room temperature
1 peach, sliced
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons raspberry balsamic vinegar
flaked sea salt to taste
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper or to taste
Instructions: Peach Burrata Salad Recipes
Step 1: Gently tear open the burrata cheese to expose the soft, creamy core and place in the center of a plate. Arrange peach slices in and around the cheese. Sprinkle basil leaves over cheese and drizzle with olive oil.
Step 2: Bring raspberry balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until vinegar reduces to a thick syrup, about 5 minutes. Spoon balsamic syrup over peaches and cheese; season with sea salt and black pepper.
I used Ricotta cheese on hand as I was certain I would not find Burrata cheese where I live (nor have I ever seen it, but now I'm curious...).Imagine my surprise when I realized the recipe called for reducing the minute portion of raspberry balsamic on the stove top until it thickened which I didn't have time to mess with. Since I had searched for "no cook" recipes I didn't expect this. Thankfully, I had purchased a small bottle of balsamic glaze (thickened) and stirred the raspberry balsamic and glaze together. Perfect.This presents well, my guests enjoyed it, it's quick to prepare (if you skip the balsamic reduction), and is a unique and tasty appetizer to add to my rather ho-hum collection of appetizers. Thank you!
Loved this! It's not fresh peach season, so I used sliced strawberries instead (though I suspect frozen/thawed peaches would have been really good in a pinch). Basil goes really well with strawberries and balsamic vinegar. And I drizzled the dish with 25-year aged balsamic vinegar, which has a sweetness, thickness, and fruitiness all by itself. This is definitely on my appetizer list for the future!
It's official! Peaches and burrata are a perfect couple. I used saturn peaches, so I had to use more than indicated but the ratio is unimportant. If you have more of one, just use it to sop up the delicious juices on your plate. Do use raspberry vinegar, it is so fruity and tart that it gives a boost to your tastebuds. Serve with a cool glass of white wine and let the summer heat slide right by you. Thank you for the recipe.