Marinated Tomato and Burrata Salad
With 19 more days until our wedding, I’ve resorted to super easy meals that I can pull together in basically no time flat. I’ve got things to do people! Some of which are fun like having multiple test days of my hair and picking a headpiece. Or going to pick out jewelry for the wedding. Or making fun favors for my guests. And some are not so fun, like walking around the house in my heels to break them in. Or attempting to complete the seating charts. (also. side note. I was way excited to do the seating chart when we got engaged. I thought it would be easy and fun and I’d be able to pull it off in 10 minutes flat. Well, here’s the deal. It’s basically the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. And therefore, it’s not fun.)
So needless to say, dinners have been pretty laid back and easy these last few days. Like super easy. This Marinated Tomato and Burrata Salad is pretty much my latest obsession. It requires a vinaigrette that I make weekly and just keep on hand, a boat load of cherry tomatoes and the best cheese on earth… Burrata.
I’ll eat this as a meal and be a happy camper. It’s the perfect summer salad, especially because you can find the most amazing and flavorful tomatoes at the farmers market these days. Like for reals, if you go to the farmers market for one thing, it’s gotta be the tomatoes. They are infinitely better and brighter!
So, without further ado, here’s the best salad on earth with my fav vinaigrette. With the best cheese ever created. And while you go enjoy that, I’m going to lock myself in my room and try to write my first draft of my vows. Somebody send wine. And a copy editor.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced
- 2 teaspoons Shallots, Minced
- 2 Tablespoons Grainy Dijon Mustard
- 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
- 2 teaspoons Dried Parsley
- ½ teaspoons Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoons Kosher Salt
- ¼ cups Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Finely Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese, cut into large bite sized pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor except the olive oil and whirl together for 1-2 minutes until everything is finely chopped. While the food processor is still running, stream in the olive oil until fully incorporated. Transfer the vinaigrette to a air tight container and set aside until ready to use.
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes and burrata cheese. Drizzle the tomatoes with 3-4 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Save the remaining vinaigrette for future use. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Let the mixture sit for 20 minutes and then serve at room temperature.
I am so excited you are making one of my recipes and I would love to see how it turns out. Make sure to share it on instagram and tag me @whatsgabycookin so I can see your masterpiece!
Only 19 days!! Yay! As you know, I became a huge fan of burrata after I was introduced to it by you. 🙂 Can’t wait to try this salad.
I love burrata! This looks so good, Gaby! Congrats again…wow 19 days is going to go by quickly.
Yay for the big countdown! It’s going to be so amazing and fun and beautiful. Make sure you enjoy every second of it (and eat the food!)
I can never have enough burrata in my life… no joke. I could consume it each and every day and not be tired of it. Needless to say, I’m all over this recipe.
Yum. I’ve been doing a slightly different version of this (a balsamic vinaigrette, and with fresh mozzarella) all summer. You’re right: the tomatoes are bonkers right now.
This looks amazing! That dressing sounds gorgeous.
I’m always game for an easy recipe that looks this delish! Good luck with the seating charts and wedding prep – try and enjoy!! 🙂
You had be at burrata- obsessed!! Mazel on your wedding!
This is my kind of summer meal. Now I will just add a nice slice of homemade bread, and I will be in heaven!!
This is so fun! Love this idea!
Oh I love burrata with a passion! Good luck with all the last minute details and save some time for decompressing before the big day.
I want to dive into that ocean of goodness!! So yummmy!
My mouth is watering!
How exciting Gaby (although I remember how hard the seating arrangements were)! Love all the flavors in this salad – gorgeous!
Yum. I have to make this. Fortunately, I need to go to the market so perfect timing to pick-up some ripe organic tomatoes.
Boo to seating charts but yay to the wedding countdown!
So fresh and summery! Love it
WOOT!!! How exciting!! So, so, so VERY happy for you Gaby!!! Cannot wait to see the photos and hear all about the BIG DAY!! This salad is such a great example of why I love summer foods – no muss, no fuss, just amazing taste!!!
There is no better combination, but you’ve totally inspired me to try marinating my tomatoes before mixing them with burrata.YUM!
Do you LOVE burrata? I don’t blame you, it’s so yummy and creamy…mmm. This salad looks amazing, I could eat it for days with just a good piece of bread!
A. I could live off Burrata, prosciutto, and grilled sour dough for the rest of my days…
B. I’m in the middle of finalizing my guest list. With a few years experience doing it for others, I figured it would be soooo easy. Holy heck, having to cut it down has been the hardest thing on the planet!! Never again!
gorgeous and so easy!!
I love meals like this! Your wedding is coming so close! Good luck 🙂
I was thinking add fresh Basil, spread over garlic bread and broil till the cheese melts and get slightly toasty.
looks wonderful!!
Wow! This looks so delicious, Gaby! You never cease to amaze me…what a wonderful idea for a tasty salad! Thanks for sharing!