Burrata Caprese

This burrata caprese salad recipe is the perfect appetizer or side dish for your next dinner party. Juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese are topped with simple ingredients for a crowd-pleasing recipe that shows off the best of summer tomatoes. Simple, yet so flavorful, and on the table in 5 minutes.
A shallow bowl of burrata caprese salad with cherry tomatoes in the background.
An overhead view of a bowl of burrata caprese salad with a spoon in the bowl.

Why this recipe works

Burrata caprese is one of those recipes that is SO simple to make, but so impressive for entertaining at dinner parties, summer BBQs, and gatherings. It takes just a few minutes to put together right before serving! 

You can serve this salad for an appetizer with crusty gluten-free baguettes or crackers or you can serve it as a side dish alongside your favorite protein. It works wonderfully with grilled chicken, ribs, and so much more! It takes just a few minutes to put together right before serving! 

Take your traditional caprese salad recipe to the next level by using burrata. It’s so creamy, rich, and delicious. Plus, cutting into burrata to reveal the creamy insides is always a surprise for guests.

You’ll love this recipe because:

  • It’s quick. This recipe can be thrown together in just 5 minutes, which makes it perfect for entertaining guests.
  • It’s versatile. This can be served as an appetizer with toasted gluten-free bread, or as a side dish with your protein of choice. It’s a great recipe to have in your entertaining repertoire.
  • It’s simple. This recipe uses such simple ingredients, but that’s what really makes it shine. The individual flavors meld together so well making this a show stopping appetizer or side dish.
  • It’s naturally gluten-free. This salad is naturally gluten-free making it great for those with celiac disease or who are on a gluten-free diet for a variety of reasons.

Ingredients

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Ingredient Notes

A full list of the ingredients can be found at the bottom of the post in the recipe card, but here are some helpful notes about some key ingredients for this burrata caprese recipe.

  • tomatoes – I used cherry tomatoes (grape tomatoes work as well) for this recipe, but you can use larger garden tomatoes, like roma tomatoes, celebrity tomatoes, or better boy tomatoes if you prefer a more classic caprese salad tomato. Large heirloom tomatoes cut into quarters or slices also work wonderfully in caprese salad if they’re available near you. 
  • burrata – I use baby burrata for this recipe, which are typically 2-3 oz each, and I used three of them. You can use one larger ball of burrata, which is normally 8 oz. If you can’t find burrata, use buffalo mozzarella for a classic caprese or spoon stracciatella cheese over the tomatoes instead. 
  • olive oil – Use a good olive oil for this recipe as you will be able to taste it in this salad. I love a strong, nutty Italian extra-virgin olive oil for this recipe. Use the best quality olive oil that you can!
  • flaky sea salt – I love to use Maldon salt, which is a flaky sea salt with large, irregular salt crystals. It gives so much flavor and texture to salads. If you don’t have Maldon salt, use your favorite sea salt or kosher salt instead. 
  • balsamic glaze – Balsamic glaze is balsamic vinegar that has been cooked down with sugar to a reduction, so that it becomes thick and syrupy. It’s tangy, yet a little sweet from the sugar. You can make it at home or buy it at your local grocery store. I usually find it right next to the balsamic vinegar. If you are gluten-free like me, be sure to double check ingredients to make sure it is gluten-free. 
  • fresh basil – You will definitely want to use fresh basil in this recipe, not dried basil. The flavor of fresh vs. dried basil does not even compare in fresh salads like this. 

Step-by-Step instructions

This tomato burrata salad recipe is so easy to make using fresh burrata cheese and ripe tomatoes. Follow the step-by-step instructions below with matching photos to help you make this recipe perfectly every time. For ingredient amounts, full instructions, notes, and the printable recipe, please scroll down to the recipe card.

A white cutting board with sliced cherry tomatoes and a knife.
Slice tomatoes in half.
An overhead view of a shallow bowl with sliced cherry tomatoes and burrata cheese.
Place the tomatoes in a shallow bowl or serving platter and top with burrata cheese. Slice the burrata open.
An overhead shot of a shallow bowl of sliced cherry tomatoes topped with burrata cheese, olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Give the salad a drizzle of olive oil and sweet balsamic glaze. Season with flaky salt and pepper.
A shallow bowl of burrata caprese topped with basil with cherry tomatoes in the background.
Top with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

Recipe FAQs

What is burrata cheese?

Burrata cheese is an Italian semi-soft cheese made from cow’s milk. The outside of burrata is firm, very similar to a ball of mozzarella. However, the inside is stuffed with stringy stracciatella, which is shreds of fresh mozzarella cheese, soaked in heavy cream. It’s mild, buttery, and so creamy.

Is burrata caprese gluten-free?

This caprese salad is naturally gluten-free, however if you have celiac disease like me or eat gluten-free for any variety of reasons, you will always want to double check ingredients to make sure that no hidden gluten is added and that ingredients are not produced on shared manufacturing lines with gluten. The balsamic glaze is the ingredient that may be most susceptible to added gluten, so be sure to double check. 

Can you store leftover burrata caprese?

Burrata that has been cut open does not keep well, so I would suggest making just enough burrata caprese for what you plan on eating right away. This recipe is easily cut in half or doubled as needed.

hints & tips

  • Burrata is not something you will want to plate or slice in advance, as it does not keep well once it’s outside of its brine.
  • To prepare ahead, you can slice, salt and drizzle the tomatoes with extra virgin olive oil in advance. Place them on the platter, and then finish topping with burrata, balsamic glaze and basil just before serving. 
A closeup of burrata caprese salad topped with balsamic glaze and basil leaves.

Serving suggestions

This salad is best served with some crusty gluten-free bread or gluten-free crackers or as a side dish for your favorite dinner. 

It’s perfect served as a side dish with my gluten-free chicken parmesan, but would also be fantastic with my roasted chicken thighs or spinach garlic turkey burgers, too. 

Complete the meal with an easy dessert to highlight more summer produce, like my gluten-free strawberry shortcakes, gluten-free blueberry bars, or my gluten-free peach crisp

Did you make this recipe?

I’d love to know! Please rate it and leave a comment below. You can also share your pictures and tag @adashofmegnut on Instagram.

A shallow bowl of burrata caprese salad with cherry tomatoes in the background.

Burrata Caprese

This burrata caprese salad recipe is the perfect appetizer or side dish for your next dinner party. Juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese are topped with simple ingredients for a crowd-pleasing recipe that shows off the best of summer tomatoes. Simple, yet so flavorful, and on the table in 5 minutes.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 205kcal
Author: Megan

Ingredients

  • 16 oz cherry tomatoes (450 grams)
  • 9 oz burrata (275g (I used 3 (3 oz each) baby burrata)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (25g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • 1/4 cup basil (about 20 basil leaves, 1/8 ounce or 8g)

Instructions

  • Cut the tomatoes in halves or quarters. Place on a platter.
  • Dry off the burrata and cut into chunks.
  • Dollop the burrata onto the tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the tomatoes and burrata.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  • Garnish with basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • The nutrition facts and calories calculation provided in the recipe card are an estimate. 
  • If you have celiac disease or are on a gluten-free diet, always be sure to double check ingredients and manufacturing practices to ensure your products are gluten-free. 
  • Only make as much burrata caprese as you plan on serving immediately, as the burrata does not keep well once it’s out of the brine or sliced open. You can scale the recipe down or up as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 876IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 251mg | Iron: 1mg
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