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This colorful Tomato, Peach, and Burrata salad is summer on a plate with the most delicious herb vinaigrette and plenty of sweet summer fruits and burrata cheese. Juicey cherry tomatoes, sweet peaches, and fresh basil tossed together with an herby, tangy honey vinaigrette. Serve this fresh summer salad over creamy burrata cheese and top with with toasted pumpkin seeds for a healthy crunch. It’s simple to throw together, but so fresh and flavorful!
Clearly I felt like our Wednesday needs lots of color and summer vibes. As I said above, salad is really what summer is all about. Tomatoes, peaches, and herbs in their raw form…and with a darn good amount of cheese too.
It’s all of my favorite things in one bowl, I’m kind of obsessed.
Before I left for my trip on Monday, per usual I was really working to get everything done and tidy things up before heading out of town for a week. One of my favorite peach growers, The Peach Truck, sent me a box of peaches earlier in the week. And then, Hood River Cherry Company also sent a bucket full of fresh cherries. Which I have to say are the BEST cherries I’ve ever tasted…so good you guys.
I didn’t want anything to go to waste. So, at the very, very last minute I made this salad with the tomatoes and fruit I had on hand. I also used herbs from the garden and the two balls of burrata cheese I had left in the fridge.
I really didn’t have time to be making this, but I did, and it’s was surely the right move. Hands down, this is my favorite recipe of the week.
Alright details – start with the vinaigrette
As you might have imagined, this is pretty simple. Especially seeing as it’s really just an overly extravagant caprese salad.
Start with the vinaigrette, which is key when it comes to additional flavor on this salad. It’s an olive oil basil balsamic honey vinaigrette made with a small amount of raw shallot and plenty of herbs. The shallot adds this nice really subtle flavor, while the herbs and lemon brighten things up.
For the herbs, I went heavy on the basil and oregano, then added pinches of fresh dill and thyme. You can use any combination of herbs you love most, but when it comes to a summer salad with tomatoes and peaches, I always say to add basil.
Now the salad
For the salad, you need fresh cherry tomatoes, peaches, and sweet cherries (or another stone fruit you love).
We’re going to toss the salad with the vinaigrette, then let everything sit and marinate for a bit to really develop and bring on those delicious flavors.
Finish it up
To serve, I love arranging the salad in either a big bowl or on a serving plate. Then I take the burrata cheese and break it over the salad. Top with fresh herbs, toasted pumpkin seeds, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Then just add crusty toasted bread on the side for scooping up the salad…and that’s how I do it!
Not a lot of effort, but such a gorgeous and delicious end result.
This makes a great appetizer or side dish to any summer dinner. You could even enjoy this as an afternoon snack.
And if you’re hosting friends for dinner? Make this, it never disappoints, and it doubles as the prettiest centerpiece for any summer table!
Looking for other summer salads? Here are some favorites:
Greek Chicken Chopped Salad with Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette
Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Pasta Salad
Lastly, if you make this Tomato, Peach, and Burrata salad, 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!
Tomato, Peach, and Burrata Salad
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 408 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
Vinegaratte
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic or champagne vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
Salad
- 1 1/2 -2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved if large
- 2-3 peaches, sliced into wedges
- 1 cup pitted fresh cherries
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (or other nut/seed) (or other nut/seed)
Instructions
- 1. To make the vinaigrette: combine all ingredients in a glass jar and whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust the chili flakes, salt, and pepper.2. In a large bowl toss the tomatoes, peaches, and cherries with 1/3 of the dressing. Let sit 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the fridge. 3. Break the balls of burrata around the salad. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and top with pumpkin seeds and additional fresh herbs. Serve with grilled or toasted bread.
This has so many great flavors going on, but is still light and refreshing (not to mention beautiful). I used pistachios instead of pumpkin seeds and they worked perfectly. Thank you for yet another great recipe!
Hey Kristi,
Thank you so much for giving this recipe a try, love to hear that it was enjoyed! Have the best week:) xTieghan
I took this to a pot luck and everyone loved it! I will make this again. I especially love the dressing!
Hey Dee,
Happy Sunday! I am so glad this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xxTieghan
Would love to hear suggestions for a main dish to accompany this salad!
Hey Millie,
Here are some ideas:
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/jalapeno-cheddar-stuffed-chicken/
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/spicy-oregano-meatballs/
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/arugula-tomato-cheese-pizza/
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/pesto-peach-chicken/
Please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Saturday lunch planned! So excited to make. This!!!
I hope you love the recipe Ashley!!
This is SO good!! I was skeptical that the tomatoes would go so well with the sweeter fruits, but the combination of flavors was delicious! It was a total hit for my dad’s birthday dinner.
Hey Margaret,
Awesome! Thanks a lot for giving this recipe a try, I am so delighted that it was enjoyed!! xTieghan
YUM. There are a lot of ingredients in the dressing that don’t seem like they should be in there, but this totally works.
Hey Elizabeth,
Happy Wednesday! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xTieghan
So excited to make this recipe – I am hosting my boyfriend’s sister for dinner and know I HAVE to make this.. and maybe the 5 Ingredient Raspberry Peach Sorbet.. but might be too much peach haha. And of course serving with wine.
Any suggestions on a main course pairing?
Hey Katie,
I hope you love the recipes, here are some ideas for the main course:
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/spicy-oregano-meatballs/
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/chipotle-bbq-chicken-tacos/
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/lemon-herb-chicken-avocado-orzo-salad/
I hope this helps! xTieghan
LOVED this recipe! The store was out of burrata so I used little balls of mozzarella. They were also out of dill so I used mint 🙂 so yummy and easy to adapt
Hey Juliana,
Happy Wednesday! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xTieghan
Your recipes have become my go to because they are just so consistently delicious. I’d never tried burata but they had it at TJ’s and wanted to give it a shot. I looked up a recipe on your site and this was the first one to pop up. WOW. So tasty. Love all the beautiful summer colors. Had it with some toasted focaccia and it was just delicious. Now my mouth is watering… 🙂
Hey Gena,
Wonderful! Thanks so much for making this dish, I am so glad to hear that it was enjoyed!! xTieghan
OMG, this was a fantastic recipe. My husband is so picky but her said over and over how much he liked it.. . Beautiful too. . Will be making this again. thank you
Hey Kathy,
Wonderful! Thanks so much for making this dish, I am so glad to hear that it was enjoyed!! xTieghan
This was so easy to make, turned out so pretty, and was soooo tasty! I got so many compliments on it. Thanks for yet another delicious recipe!
Hey Jenny,
Happy Sunday! It’s so great to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you taking the time to make it! xTieghan
Have made this 3 times this week. My hsiband would eat it every day if I’d make it. So unusual and so incredibly delicious. One of my absolute favorite of your recipes. And that’s saying a lot!
Hey Cheryl,
Happy Sunday! It’s so great to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you taking the time to make it! xTieghan
Omg I made this for dinner tonight and it was a m a z i n g. Instead of dill, I used mint, and o m g it was so good. 100/10. Ate with fresh ciabatta (no time for toasting, only time for spooning food into my mouth) and just wow.
I didn’t even bother with the bread. Just shoveled it in my mouth! Making it yet again tonight
Hey Bee,
Happy Sunday! It’s so great to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you taking the time to make it! xTieghan
Der Salat ist eine Augenweide und mega lecker. Eine wirklich toller Sommersalat ?
Vielen Dank!
I would give this recipe 100 stars if I could. The peaches and cherries are abundant right now. The dressing was beyond delicious. Will have to make again and again as the peaches will be done by the end of August.
Hey Kathy,
Wonderful! Thanks a lot for making this recipe, I am so glad to hear that it was enjoyed! xxTieghan