Peach Burrata Salad – Fresh Summer Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

When I see all the gorgeous summer produce at the local market, it’s impossible not to buy everything! I just love the vibrant colours and sweet, fragrant aromas. 

In my Peach Burrata Salad, the best flavours of summer come together beautifully. Ripe tomatoes, juicy peaches, and fresh basil create a truly delicious combination.

And all tied together with creamiest burrata and a light aromatic basil vinaigrette that perfectly balances salty, sweet and herby notes. 

I’ve kept this peach salad recipe simple and fuss-free. Each ingredient is allowed to shine on its own. There is no cooking involved, because honestly, who wants to slave over the stove in summer? 

This salad is perfect when you want something elegant yet effortless. Think summer lunches, dinners with friends, or special side that feels like you’ve gone the extra mile (even though you haven’t!) 

It’s a playful twist on our tomato burrata salad and a fresh take on the classic Caprese, with the added sweetness of peaches. 

If you’re ready for a salad that hits all the good notes with sweet fruit, creamy cheese and vibrant herbs, this is the one.

Recipe Overview

Flavour/Texture: This peach burrata salad has no filler elements. Each ingredient has a role to play – sweet, juicy, tangy, creamy, crunchy, aromatic and earthy. This includes the base layer of salad leaves! 

I love the creaminess of burrata layered over the sweet peaches, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy pistachios, the mix counterbalanced with a tangy basil vinaigrette. 

Ease: No cook salad recipe with only a few steps to slice the fruit and make your own homemade basil vinaigrette. 

Time: This salad can be easily made whilst waiting for other dishes to cook. A maximum of 20 minutes.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Peach Burrata Salad

Peaches: There are two main flesh colours for peaches – white or yellow varieties. White peaches have a floral sweetness and a slight tartness, while yellow peaches have a bit more acidity.  

I used white and yellow peaches in the salad for slightly different flavours. You can use both or just one variety, whichever is best at the time.

Tomatoes: Together with peaches, tomatoes are best in the summer. Cherry tomatoes are a great match with peaches in this salad. 

Burrata: One of my favourite cheeses, burrata is shaped like a money bag with an outer skin made from solid mozzarella and the inside of shredded mozzarella cheese mixed with cream.  

The flavour of burrata is deliciously creamy yet delicate and not overpowering. It is fantastic with tomatoes and peaches. 

Salad leaves: The salad leaves help take the edge off the acidity in the fruit, as both peaches and tomatoes have a sweet tartness in their flavour.

Pistachios: The added pistachio salad topping gives extra crunch and salty flavour.

Basil: Fragrant and earthy, tomatoes and peaches goes well with basil. When chopped up and added to the vinaigrette, it infuses a delicious aromatic, earthy flavour. 

Shallot: I love the zingy flavours of finely chopped shallots in the vinaigrette. 

Red wine vinegar: Made from red wine, it is possibly one of the punchier vinegar. I love the higher acidity in red wine vinegar. Great multipurpose vinegar to have in the pantry. 

Extra Virgin Olive oil: Always have good EVOO in the pantry for salads. The peppery flavour will act as a counterbalance to the sharp red wine vinegar and finely chopped shallot. 

Variations and Substitutions

Burrata substitute: If you can’t find burrata, try fresh buffalo mozzarella or smaller bocconcini balls.

Alternative to peaches: Try nectarines or plums as alternatives to peaches.

Nut variations: You can omit pistachio for a nut free salad or switch to walnuts or pine nuts. 

Add greens: Arugula (rocket) or baby spinach pairs beautifully with burrata.

Make it heartier: Add prosciutto or grilled chicken for a more filling salad.

Salad dressing variation: If you don’t have any basil on hand and want something quick, use balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil instead. 

How to Make Peach Burrata Salad

How to Make The Salad

Wash and cut peaches into wedges. 

Slice cherry tomatoes into halves.

Roughly chop pistachios.

Wash salad leaves and pat dry.

How to Make Basil Vinaigrette

Finely chop shallot and basil leaves. 

In a medium sized mixing bowl, add red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, chopped shallot and basil leaves. 

Stir to combine all the ingredients. 

Season with salt and pepper. 

How to Assemble the Salad

In the bowl with basil vinaigrette, add cherry tomatoes and mix. 

On a large serving platter, start with a layer of salad leaves. 

Place cut peaches across the platter. 

Then add tomatoes with basil vinaigrette on top.

Scatter chopped pistachio and place burrata on the side of the peach salad.

Season with salt and pepper. 

Drizzle any remaining basil vinaigrette over salad to serve. 

How to Make This Salad Perfectly (Expert Tips)

Use peak summer produce: The fresher, the better. If peaches aren’t in season, wait or lightly grill them to bring out their sweetness.

Pick the right peaches: Choose ripe but firm peaches. They should smell sweet and have a vibrant yellow-red colour.

Choose quality burrata: Go for fresh burrata with a creamy centre. No burrata? Fresh mozzarella works well too.

Handle burrata gently: Place carefully on the salad to avoid breaking it too early. Tear slightly when plating if needed.

Season to taste: Add salt and pepper at the end to balance the tartness and sweetness.

Assemble just before serving: Layer peaches, tomatoes, and burrata right before serving for the best colour and texture.

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