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Strawberry Burrata Salad

Strawberry Burrata Salad

This strawberry burrata salad combines juicy ripe strawberries, creamy burrata cheese, and peppery arugula, all tossed with a sweet and spicy hot honey vinaigrette. Finished with toasted pine nuts and fresh basil, it makes a perfect summer appetizer or light meal. Serve alongside crispy crostini for added texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp hot honey
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Salad

  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 5 oz baby arugula
  • 1 lb strawberries sliced
  • 8 oz burrata cheese about 2 balls
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves torn into small pieces
  • 8 slices crostini

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: For dressing, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, white balsamic vinegar, and hot honey together in a small bowl or jar. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
    Step 2: For salad, heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool.
    Step 3: Spread arugula onto a serving platter and scatter the strawberries, basil, and pine nuts over the top. Nestle the burrata balls in the center and make a small slit in each to reveal the creamy interior. Sprinkle burrata with salt and pepper.
    Step 4: Drizzle the salad and cheese with dressing and arrange the crostini around the edges of the platter. Serve immediately.

Notes

 
  • Let burrata sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best creamy texture.
  • Slice strawberries just before assembling to prevent excess moisture.
  • Swap pine nuts for chopped pistachios or macadamia nuts if desired.
  • Use regular honey instead of hot honey for a milder, sweeter dressing.
  • Best enjoyed fresh; not recommended for make-ahead storage once assembled.
 

Nutrition Facts

 
  • Calories: 479
  • Total Carbohydrates: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
  • Vitamin C: 40mg
  • Sodium: 557mg
  • Calcium: 365mg
  • Iron: 2mg
  • Potassium: 322mg