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![A decadent Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad A decadent Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/A-decadent-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad-.jpg)
Any special occasion deserves a Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad served with fresh basil, olive oil and delectable spices. I learned about burrata on my latest travels to California where I have enjoyed the true farm to table experience in restaurants like Redd Wood located in the Napa valley area and where the chef served us a special dish with burrata and tomatoes.
![Ingredients for making the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad Ingredients for making the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Ingredients-for-making-the-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad.jpg)
But what is burrata, this is a fresh Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream. Has a solid outer curd made from fresh mozzarella, which is formed into a hollow pouch, then filled with a soft, stringy curd and fresh cream.
![Slicing the tomatoes for the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad Slicing the tomatoes for the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Slicing-the-tomatoes-for-the-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad-.jpg)
When you cut the burrata it oozes this beautiful creamy and buttery cheese. Making it perfect to serve as an appetizer and also as part of a salad or main dish. The taste is milky and the creaminess is just remarkable.
![A decadent Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/A-decadent-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad--400x400.jpg)
Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad
Ingredients
- 1 fresh burrata cheese
- 1 kumato tomato
- 1 yellow tomato
- 8 cherry tomatoes
- 1 bunch of fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of kalamata and green olive tapenade
- Cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the produce and slice the tomatoes in rounds.
- Place the tomato slices in a nice serving plate and garnish with the basil leaves
- Add the burrata cheese in the middle, garnish with a floret of basil leaves
- Dress with the tapenade, drizzle the olive oil and sprinkle fresh ground pepper
- Enjoy immediately and pair with crusty bread
For me, burrata is a delectable cheese that pairs perfect with tomatoes, but also with sugar beets, carrots and fava beans or you can just enjoy it with crusty bread. Being the holidays such a special time of the year I thought would be great to bring to my table some of the flavors from my foodie travels.
![Garnish the salad emulating a wreath Garnish the salad emulating a wreath](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Garnish-the-salad-emulating-a-wreath.jpg)
And to my surprise I found fresh burrata from a local farm in my area, which I combined with heirloom kumato and yellow tomatoes, cherry tomatoes and fresh basil from my garden.
![Drizzle the salad with olive oil season with tapenade and black pepper](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Drizzle-the-salad-with-olive-oil-season-with-tapenade-and-black-pepper.jpg)
Finish with olive oil and a tapenade made with kalamata and green olives resulting in a decadent Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad that will be one of my holiday table star dishes.
![When you cut the burrata it oozes this beautiful creamy and buttery cheese When you cut the burrata it oozes this beautiful creamy and buttery cheese](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/When-you-cut-the-burrata-it-oozes-this-beautiful-creamy-and-buttery-cheese.jpg)
I have garnished this salad emulating a wreath, which is perfect for a Christmas theme table. I think that when presenting the food in a special way this makes the dinner and your guests feel welcome due to the special touches and attention to detail.
![Serve this Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad as a starter or as an appetizer Serve this Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad as a starter or as an appetizer](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Serve-this-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad-as-a-starter-or-as-an-appetizer.jpg)
You can serve this Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad as a starter or as an appetizer for the cocktail hour. Everyone will enjoy this option because it is fresh and so tasty.
![Recipe for the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad Recipe for the Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad](https://www.adrianasbestrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Recipe-for-the-Heirloom-Tomato-and-Burrata-Salad.jpg)
Best wishes during this holiday time and a blessed Christmas.
Happy holidays!
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