Pesto Burrata Salad

Pesto Burrata Salad Recipe at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

Some recipes don't need a long list of ingredients to make a lasting impression, and this Pesto & Burrata Salad is proof. Creamy burrata, peppery arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, and vibrant basil pesto come together in just minutes for a fresh, colorful dish that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining.

The real finishing touch is a generous drizzle of our Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Our EVOO is prized for its bright, earthy flavor and peppery finish, making it the perfect complement to rich burrata and fragrant basil pesto. Every drizzle adds a layer of freshness that transforms simple ingredients into something truly memorable.

Whether you're serving this salad alongside grilled chicken, enjoying it with warm toasted bread, or sharing it as an appetizer with friends, it's one of those effortless recipes that tastes like summer in every bite.

When ingredients are this fresh, less really is more. A little sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a beautiful finishing drizzle of premium extra virgin olive oil are all you need to let every flavor shine.

Enjoy!

Servings

4 servings

Prep Time

10 minutes

Calories

99

Cuisine

Mediterranean/Italian Inspired

Category

Salads

Creamy burrata, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil pesto are finished with a generous drizzle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil for an elegant salad that's ready in minutes.

Pesto Burrata Salad

Ingredients

  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1–2 balls burrata cheese

  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil Pesto

  • 1 tablespoon Denissimo Dark Balsamic Vinegar

  • Salt, to taste

  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

  • Toasted bread slices, optional

Directions

  1. Arrange the arugula on a serving platter or in a large shallow bowl.
  2. Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes over the greens.

  3. Carefully place the burrata in the center of the salad.

  4. Spoon the basil pesto over the burrata, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.

  5. Finish with a generous drizzle of EVOO and Balsamic Vinegar.

  6. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

  7. Serve immediately with toasted bread for scooping up every delicious bite.

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