Arugula Burrata Salad
Fresh and elegant arugula salad topped with creamy burrata cheese, cherry tomatoes, and a simple olive oil and lemon dressing, perfect as a side or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook / Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 1 ball burrata cheese (about 8 oz)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the arugula, and place in a large salad bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add to the bowl.
- Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and arrange on top of the salad.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze for added sweetness and depth.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add prosciutto slices or roasted nuts for extra texture and protein.
- Swap cherry tomatoes for roasted red peppers or figs for a different flavor profile.
- Fresh herbs like basil or mint enhance the freshness.
- Store arugula and burrata separately in the refrigerator for up to 1 day; dress just before serving.
- Dress salad immediately before serving to prevent wilting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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