Heirloom Tomato Salad Board (Printable View)

Colorful heirloom tomatoes with creamy burrata and homemade basil oil, artfully arranged for an impressive Mediterranean centerpiece.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tomatoes

01 - 1.75 lbs assorted heirloom tomatoes in various colors and sizes, sliced or halved

→ Cheese

02 - 2 balls (8.8 oz total) fresh burrata cheese

→ Basil Oil

03 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
04 - 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 small garlic clove
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnishes & Extras

07 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
10 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
11 - Crusty bread or crostini, for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine basil leaves, olive oil, garlic clove, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and bright green in color. For a refined texture, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve. Set aside until ready to use.
02 - Select a large serving board or platter. Artfully arrange the sliced and halved heirloom tomatoes in overlapping layers or clusters, positioning them to showcase their vibrant colors and unique shapes.
03 - Tear the burrata cheese into generous, rustic pieces. Nestle the creamy cheese among the arranged tomatoes, distributing evenly across the board.
04 - Drizzle the prepared basil oil generously over both the tomatoes and burrata. Ensure even coverage to allow the flavors to meld with the fresh ingredients.
05 - Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the entire board. Scatter toasted pine nuts and additional fresh basil leaves across the top for texture and visual appeal.
06 - Present the salad board immediately at the table. Accompany with crusty bread or crostini on the side for guests to enjoy with the tomatoes and cheese.

# Best Practices:

01 -
  • The contrast between juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata creates this magical moment where you feel like youre eating something indulgent yet completely wholesome.
  • You can arrange everything while chatting with guests, wine in hand, no stress or precise measurements required.
02 -
  • If you dont bring the burrata to room temperature before serving, youll miss half the flavor complexity and that dreamy creamy texture that makes this dish special.
  • Slicing tomatoes with anything less than a truly sharp knife will crush them and release too much juice, turning your gorgeous board into a soggy mess within minutes.
03 -
  • Make the basil oil a day ahead and store it in the fridge, bringing it back to room temperature before serving for even more developed flavor without last-minute prep.
  • Instead of slicing all tomatoes the same way, mix up your cuts with some wedges, some rounds, and some halved cherry tomatoes for a more interesting visual and textural experience.
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