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Grilled Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad with Crunchy Garlic Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Grilled Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad with Crunchy Garlic is a fresh and vibrant Italian appetizer featuring blistered cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, aromatic basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing. The addition of golden, crunchy garlic infuses the salad with extra flavor and texture, making it a perfect summer dish served alongside crusty bread.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 15-20 cherry tomatoes, preferably on the vine
  • 1 whole burrata cheese
  • 10-15 fresh basil leaves
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Crunchy Garlic

  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

To Serve

  • Crusty bread

Instructions

  1. Grill the Cherry Tomatoes: In a small sauté pan, add the cherry tomatoes and place over low to medium heat on the stove. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-10 minutes until the skins are blistered and the tomatoes develop a slight color, indicating they are warm and lightly grilled.
  2. Prepare the Crunchy Garlic: Thinly slice the garlic cloves. In a small sauce pot, pour in the olive oil and add the sliced garlic. Place over low heat and cook gently for 5-8 minutes until the garlic turns a light golden color and the oil starts bubbling, creating the crunchy garlic bits.
  3. Assemble the Salad: On a serving platter, arrange the warm grilled cherry tomatoes, place the burrata cheese in the center or scattered pieces around, and add fresh basil leaves. Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle the balsamic vinegar evenly.
  4. Top with Crunchy Garlic: Spoon the warm crunchy garlic and infused olive oil over the salad for added texture and flavor.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side to complement the fresh and warm flavors of the salad.

Notes

  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling to enjoy the contrast of warm tomatoes and garlic with cold burrata cheese.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic while making the crunchy garlic; cook it slowly over low heat.
  • You can substitute burrata with fresh mozzarella if burrata is not available.
  • Use fresh basil leaves for the best aromatic flavor.
  • This salad pairs excellently with crusty artisan bread to soak up the flavorful juices and oils.

Find it online: https://evelynscooking.com/grilled-cherry-tomato-caprese-salad-with-crunchy-garlic-recipe/