Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata.

Summer tomatoes really don’t need much to shine, but a herby vinaigrette, creamy burrata, and a little crusty bread make them feel extra special.

This is one of those easy, make-ahead appetizers that looks gorgeous on the table and takes very little effort. The tomatoes soak up the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, and thyme until they’re juicy, sweet, and just a little tangy. Spoon everything over room-temperature burrata and serve with grilled bread for scooping.

You know it’s summer when the tomatoes are plentiful and the herbs are growing like crazy! It’s so exciting!

This year, we’re only growing herbs and lots of my favorite summer flowers, dahlias. We had a harsh spring, so our garden is coming in very slowly. But it’s coming, and I’m so happy about it. Growing up in Ohio, my dad had the best herbs and produce in his garden. His basil and cherry tomatoes were like no other, the best I’ve ever tasted.

Personally, I think cherry tomatoes are far more delicious than any other variety, you can always count on them to be delicious!

With the 4th of July just days away, I knew this was the perfect time to share this recipe with you all. I’ve been making these marinated tomatoes since 2016. They’re on repeat all summer. Once the grocery store starts carrying fresh, in-season summer tomatoes I grab as many as I can. This is the perfect recipe to share with family and friends!

These are the details

Ingredients

• olive oil
• balsamic vinegar
• Champagne vinegar
• honey
• garlic
• fresh basil
• fresh thyme
• burrata
• cherry tomatoes
• crackers for serving

Step 1: make the vinaigrette

As you can imagine, this is a very straightforward and FAST recipe.

Start with the vinaigrette. I use really good olive oil, balsamic vinegar, champagne vinegar, and a squeeze of honey. Then add some fresh garlic, basil, and thyme. Whisk this all together in a big salad bowl.

Step 2: the tomatoes

As I mentioned, cherry tomatoes are my favorite and they work best for this recipe. If you can look for heirloom cherry tomatoes at the farmers market. They will be the tastiest.

Unless they’re super small, slice the tomatoes in half, then toss with the vinaigrette.

Step 3: let everything marinate

The final step is to allow time for the tomatoes to marinate in the vinaigrette. Let your tomatoes marinate for at least 30 minutes, but a few hours or overnight is ideal. This allows the tomatoes to really take on the flavors of the vinaigrette.

And then, you can serve. It’s important to make sure the burrata cheese is at room temperature along with the tomatoes. Spoon the tomatoes over and around the burrata cheese and add some crusty bread for dipping.

So pretty and even more delicious!

FAQ

Can I make marinated cherry tomatoes with burrata ahead of time?

Yes, the tomatoes can marinate ahead, and they’ll become even more flavorful as they sit. For the best texture, keep the burrata separate and assemble the platter just before serving.

Should burrata be served cold or at room temperature?

Room temperature is best because the cheese becomes softer, creamier, and easier to scoop. Take it out before serving so it has time to lose the fridge chill.

What tomatoes work best for this recipe?

Cherry tomatoes are ideal because they’re sweet, juicy, and easy to scoop with the burrata. Heirloom cherry tomatoes are especially pretty and flavorful when they’re in season.

What can I serve with marinated tomatoes and burrata?

Grilled or toasted bread is perfect for scooping up the tomatoes, cheese, and vinaigrette. You can also serve it alongside grilled chicken, steak, pasta, or a simple summer dinner.

Looking for other summer salads? Here are some favorites:

Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad

Greek Chicken Chopped Salad with Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette

Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Pasta Salad

Tomato, Peach, and Burrata Salad

Lastly, if you make these Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!