Fresh Tomato Burrata Salad with Basil Pesto

15 min

1 servings

Fresh Tomato Burrata Salad with Basil Pesto Bright, colorful, and bursting with summer vibes!

This 15-minute Tomato Burrata Salad is your go-to side dish, appetizer, or light lunch. Juicy tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh basil, and homemade pesto make it a crowd-pleaser for BBQs, parties, or cozy dinners.

Easy Basil Pesto Recipe Whip up vibrant, fresh basil pesto in just 5 minutes with a food processor!
Perfect for pasta, salads, or as a dip.
Makes: ~200ml (¾ cup) Prep Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1

Ingredients

100g (4 cups) fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
2 tbsp (15g) pine nuts, lightly toasted
1 garlic clove
70g (¾ cup) Romano cheese (or parmesan), grated
150ml (⅔ cup) extra-virgin olive oil
½ tsp fine sea salt (optional, adjust to taste)
1 ice cube (to keep pesto vibrant green)

Cooking Instructions

Blend Base: Add basil, pine nuts, garlic, Romano cheese, and ice cube to a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.

Add Oil: Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending for 10-15 seconds, scraping sides if needed.

Season: Add salt (and pepper, if desired) to taste. Blend briefly to combine.

Chef's Note

Store in a jar, top with a drizzle of olive oil, and refrigerate for up to a week.