300gcherry tomatoessliced into quarters or halves (2c)
small handfulbasil leaves
225gburrata
fresh crusty bread or toasted breadfor serving, optional
Instructions
Make the vinaigrette:
In a small bowl or jam jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Layer slices of peach, tomato, and basil leaves on a serving plate.
Gently place the burrata on the salad whole or tear it into pieces over the tomatoes and peaches.
Drizzle over dressing and serve straight away with fresh crusty bread or toasted bread.
Notes
MAKE AHEAD / STORAGEFridge: The salad is best served immediately; however leftovers will keep, stored in an airtight container, in the fridge for up to 2 days.Freezer: I do not recommend freezing this salad recipe.INGREDIENTS NOTES
Peaches – yellow or white peaches. Look for ripe, juicy peaches that aren’t mushy.
Cherry tomatoes – or grape tomatoes. A mix of colours and sizes of tomatoes is very pretty. Use room temperature tomatoes for the best flavour.
Basil – if you don’t have basil, try one of these basil alternatives, or substitute with fresh mint.
Burrata – this Italian cow’s milk cheese is rich and creamy, but mild in taste. You can substitute with fresh mozzarella if you prefer.
Olive oil – use a good extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), it really brings all the flavours of the salad together.
Red wine vinegar – or substitute with white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
Dried oregano – a pinch of dried oregano adds extra flavour to the dressing.