Burrata with Nectarines - NO Cook, 5 Minute Recipe
Sweet, juicy nectarines pair perfectly with creamy burrata in this refreshing summer dish, topped with a bright, lemony herb dressing. Perfect as an elegant starter, light lunch, or impressive dinner party salad, this Burrata with Nectarines recipe celebrates the beauty of seasonal produce with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Equipment
- Wooden cutting board
- Chef knife
- Small glass bowl
- Microplane
- Salad serving spoons
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 ball of Burrata in brine
- 1-2 ripe nectarines or peaches
- Fresh Basil leaves for garnish
- Dried Ñora Pepper flakes optional - for garnish
- A few Walnuts loosely chopped (optional or garnish)
For the lemony herb dressing
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 lemons juiced
- Small handful of fresh basil leaves
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1 - Prepare the Lemon-Herb Dressing
- Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, zest, olive oil to the bowl and mix for 1 minute.2 lemons, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- (OPTIONAL: Finely chop around half of the basil leaves and add to a small bowl.)Small handful of fresh basil leaves
- Season to taste and mix again.Salt and Pepper to taste
- Set aside for use later.
Step 2 - Make Burrata Salad
- Lay a bed of salad greens and add the sliced nectarines or peaches on top. Leave a space in the middle for the burrata.1-2 ripe nectarines
- Carefully drain off the brine from the burrata ball and place it into the middle of the nectarines.1 ball of Burrata
Step 3 - Add Dressing and Serve
- Drizzle the dressing over salad right before serving.
- Garnish with basil leaves, a pinch of ñora pepper flakes for added color, and sprinkle some chopped walnuts over the top for extra texture.Fresh Basil leaves, Dried Ñora Pepper flakes, A few Walnuts
Notes
Cooking Tips:
- Choose ripe but firm nectarines – Overripe fruit can become too soft; firm-ripe nectarines hold their shape and slice beautifully.
- Serve burrata at room temperature – Take it out of the fridge 20–30 minutes before serving to let the center become extra creamy.
- Add texture – Try sprinkling toasted pistachios, almonds, or walnuts for a crunchy contrast.
- Mix up the herbs – If you don’t have basil or mint, try tarragon or chives for a twist.