Description
A vibrant salad featuring fresh asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy burrata cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh burrata cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus and cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for about 2 minutes. Then plunge into an ice bath.
- In a large bowl, combine the blanched asparagus and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
- Tear the burrata cheese and toss it over the salad.
- Fold in the fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
Use high-quality burrata for the best flavor. This salad is best served fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg