Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

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All you need to know about this tomato and Burrata salad is that burrata means “buttered.” Comparing mozzarella and Burrata is slightly unfair, as Burrata is significantly richer and creamier. It's not like comparing apples and oranges — it's more like apples and supermodels.

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John Mitzewich
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John Mitzewich
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
1
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Ingredients

  • 1 vine-ripened tomato, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices

  • flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • ¼ cup Burrata cheese, or more to taste

  • 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, or to taste

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Place a tomato slice onto a plate and season with sea salt and black pepper. Spread Burrata cheese over tomato slice, top with torn basil leaves, and drizzle with olive oil. Repeat the layering process with remaining ingredients, finishing with a tomato slice.

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Chef's Notes:

You can substitute mozzarella cheese for the Burrata cheese, and you can drizzle balsamic vinegar between the layers if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

329 Calories
27g Fat
6g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 329
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g 35%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 486mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 361mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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