14 Creamy Burrata Recipes for Salads

I still remember the first time I tasted burrata as a wide-eyed kid on a family trip to Italy. My nonna pulled me into a sun-drenched trattoria, where a ball of creamy burrata burst open on a simple plate of tomatoes and basil. That explosion of rich, mozzarella-like center against the fresh acidity of the veggies hooked me for life. It’s no wonder burrata has become my go-to ingredient for elevating everyday salads into something luxurious.

Lately, I’ve been experimenting in my home kitchen, especially during these warm months when local farmers’ markets overflow with peak-season produce. Pairing burrata’s silky interior with crisp greens and vibrant fruits has been a game-changer—turning basic salads into restaurant-worthy meals that feel indulgent yet light. In today’s fast-paced world, where we’re all craving quick, nutritious eats that don’t skimp on flavor, these creamy burrata salads are a perfect fit: high in protein, probiotics from the cheese, and endlessly customizable.

Classic Caprese Burrata Salad

This timeless Italian-inspired salad highlights burrata’s creamy core with ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Ingredients: 1 ball burrata, 4 heirloom tomatoes (sliced), 1 cup fresh basil leaves, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze, sea salt, black pepper.
Tear the burrata into chunks and arrange over sliced tomatoes and basil. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic glaze, and season to taste. Let it sit for 5 minutes to meld flavors—no cooking required.
The benefits? It’s a low-carb, heart-healthy dish packed with lycopene from tomatoes and healthy fats from burrata, perfect for a quick lunch that feels gourmet.

Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Bliss

Layer colorful heirloom tomatoes with burrata for a rainbow of flavors and textures. Ingredients: 1 burrata ball, 6 mixed heirloom tomatoes (wedged), 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced), 1 tbsp olive oil, fresh oregano, flaky salt.
Scatter tomato wedges and onions on a platter, top with broken burrata, drizzle oil, and sprinkle herbs and salt. Serve immediately.
This salad boosts antioxidants from varied tomato pigments while burrata adds satiating protein, making it ideal for summer hydration and gut health.

Peach and Burrata Summer Salad

Sweet summer peaches pair divinely with burrata’s richness over arugula. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 3 ripe peaches (sliced), 4 cups arugula, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup toasted almonds, olive oil.
Toss arugula with peaches, top with burrata pieces, drizzle honey-balsamic mix and oil, then add almonds. Ready in under 10 minutes.
Peaches provide vitamins A and C, complemented by burrata’s calcium, for a refreshing, anti-inflammatory salad that supports skin health.

Watermelon Burrata Refreshment

Juicy watermelon chunks contrast burrata’s creaminess in this hydrating salad. Ingredients: 1 burrata ball, 4 cups cubed watermelon, 1/2 cucumber (sliced), fresh mint leaves, lime juice, feta crumbles (optional), olive oil.
Arrange watermelon and cucumber, dollop with torn burrata, squeeze lime, drizzle oil, and garnish with mint. Chill briefly for best taste.
High water content from watermelon aids hydration, while burrata offers probiotics—great for post-workout recovery or hot days.

Roasted Beet and Burrata Salad

Earthy roasted beets meet silky burrata on a bed of greens. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 3 roasted beets (sliced), 4 cups spinach, 1/4 cup walnuts, goat cheese (optional), raspberry vinaigrette.
Roast beets at 400°F for 30 minutes, then layer with spinach, burrata, walnuts, and dressing.
Beets’ nitrates improve blood flow, paired with burrata’s fats for sustained energy—a nutrient-dense option for vegetarians.

Arugula, Prosciutto, and Burrata Salad

Peppery arugula, salty prosciutto, and burrata create a savory-sweet balance. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 4 cups arugula, 4 prosciutto slices (torn), 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), balsamic reduction, olive oil.
Toss arugula and tomatoes, add prosciutto and burrata, finish with drizzles. No cooking needed beyond optional crisping of prosciutto.
Prosciutto adds protein, arugula brings vitamins K and C— a low-cal, flavor-packed salad for balanced meals.

Cucumber and Burrata Crunch Salad

Cool cucumbers and creamy burrata for a ultra-fresh, no-cook delight. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 2 cucumbers (sliced thin), 1 avocado (diced), dill sprigs, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt.
Layer cucumbers and avocado, top with burrata, dress with lemon-oil mix and dill. Serve chilled.
Cucumbers hydrate and detoxify, burrata provides healthy fats—ideal for digestion and glowing skin.

Fig and Burrata Harvest Salad

Ripe figs and burrata over mixed greens scream seasonal indulgence. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 8 fresh figs (quartered), 4 cups mixed greens, honey, prosciutto (optional), balsamic glaze.
Arrange greens and figs, break burrata over top, drizzle honey and glaze.
Figs offer fiber for gut health, burrata adds calcium—a sweet-savory salad for antioxidant boosts.

Strawberry Burrata Spring Salad

Tangy strawberries elevate burrata in this vibrant, fruity salad. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 2 cups strawberries (sliced), 4 cups baby spinach, balsamic vinegar, pistachios, olive oil.
Combine spinach and strawberries, add burrata chunks, dress lightly, and sprinkle nuts.
Strawberries’ vitamin C pairs with burrata’s protein for immunity support and a low-sugar treat.

Asparagus and Burrata Spring Salad

Blanched asparagus with burrata for a light, green-forward salad. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 1 bunch asparagus (blanched), 3 cups romaine, lemon zest, parmesan shavings, olive oil.
Blanch asparagus 2 minutes, toss with romaine, top with burrata and zest, drizzle oil.
Asparagus aids detox with folate; burrata balances with fats—perfect for spring cleansing.

Pesto Burrata Pasta Salad

Cold pasta salad with burrata and pesto for a heartier twist. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 2 cups cooked pasta (like orzo), 1/4 cup pesto, cherry tomatoes, basil, pine nuts.
Mix cooled pasta with pesto and tomatoes, stir in torn burrata, top with nuts.
Whole grains from pasta plus burrata’s probiotics promote sustained energy and microbiome health.

Quinoa Burrata Power Salad

Nutty quinoa base with burrata for a protein-packed meal. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 2 cups cooked quinoa, 1 cup roasted veggies (zucchini, peppers), lemon-tahini dressing, herbs.
Combine quinoa and veggies, dress, then add burrata dollops.
Quinoa’s complete protein with burrata creates a vegan-adaptable superfood salad for muscle repair.

Kale and Burrata Massaged Salad

Massaged kale softens perfectly with creamy burrata. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 4 cups kale (massaged), 1 apple (sliced), cranberries, maple vinaigrette.
Massage kale with salt 2 minutes, add apple and cranberries, top with burrata and dressing.
Kale’s vitamins A, C, K fight inflammation; burrata adds creaminess for better nutrient absorption.

Mediterranean Burrata Salad

Olives, feta, and burrata evoke sunny shores. Ingredients: 1 burrata, 4 cups romaine, cucumber, olives, red onion, feta, oregano vinaigrette.
Chop veggies, toss with olives and onion, crumble burrata and feta over, dress.
Mediterranean staples like olives provide healthy fats and antioxidants for heart health.

These 14 creamy burrata salads are your ticket to effortless, crowd-pleasing meals that blend luxury with nutrition—grab some fresh burrata this weekend and start experimenting! Which one will you try first? Share your twists in the comments below.