Heirloom Tomato Salad Board (Print Version)

A vibrant arrangement of colorful heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fragrant basil oil. Fresh, easy, and perfect for sharing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tomatoes

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

→ Cheese

02 - 2 balls fresh burrata cheese (approximately 9 ounces total)

→ 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 (optional)
10 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
11 - Crusty bread or crostini, for serving (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine basil leaves, olive oil, garlic clove, and pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and bright green. Strain through a fine sieve for a refined texture if preferred. Set aside for assembly.
02 - Place sliced heirloom tomatoes on a large serving board or platter in overlapping layers or clusters to highlight their diverse colors and natural shapes.
03 - Tear burrata cheese into large pieces and tuck among the arranged tomatoes.
04 - Drizzle the prepared basil oil generously over tomatoes and burrata.
05 - Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper across the board. Add toasted pine nuts and fresh basil leaves if desired.
06 - Present immediately with crusty bread or crostini on the side for dipping.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between the juicy, multicolored tomatoes and the creamy burrata creates a flavor explosion that requires almost no effort.
  • The vibrant basil oil adds a professional touch that makes guests think youve been hiding restaurant training from them.
02 -
  • Never refrigerate your tomatoes before serving, as cold temperatures destroy their flavor compounds and give them a mealy texture.
  • Bringing the burrata to room temperature for 20 minutes before serving makes an astonishing difference in its creaminess and flavor development.
03 -
  • Save any leftover basil oil for drizzling over grilled vegetables, pasta, or scrambled eggs in the morning for an instant flavor upgrade.
  • If youre transporting this to a gathering, assemble everything on site rather than pre-arranging to prevent the tomatoes from releasing too much juice and making the presentation soggy.
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