Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata: A Fresh, Bright, Summery Twist on a Classic
If you want a summer dish that looks stunning, tastes refreshing, and takes just minutes to prepare, look no further than this Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata. It’s a breathtakingly simple combination of juicy ripe peaches, creamy burrata, fragrant basil, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Each bite is bright, sweet, creamy, tangy, and absolutely unforgettable.
Classic caprese uses tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. This version swaps mozzarella for burrata — giving you an ultra-creamy, luxurious texture — and adds ripe peaches for sweetness and freshness. It’s the kind of dish that instantly makes any meal feel elegant.
Perfect for warm-weather gatherings, side dishes for grilled meals, brunch spreads, or light lunches, this peach caprese delivers a gourmet feel with zero effort.
Why This Peach Caprese Works So Well
1. Burrata = Creamy Bliss
Burrata breaks open to reveal a silky, luxurious interior. It pairs beautifully with peaches, adding rich creaminess that balances their sweetness.
2. Peaches Bring Sweet Freshness
Ripe peaches add juicy brightness that complements basil and balsamic.
3. A Balance of Sweet + Acid + Creamy
Tomatoes bring acidity, peaches bring sweetness, burrata brings richness, and balsamic glaze ties everything together.
4. Summer Ingredients at Their Best
This dish is peak-season perfection — peaches, basil, and tomatoes all shine.
5. Zero Cooking
Just slice, drizzle, assemble, and serve.
Ingredients
FOR THE SALAD
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 ball burrata (8 oz)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Optional add-ins:
- Flaky sea salt
- Prosciutto (for a sweet-savory twist)
- Toasted pine nuts
How to Make Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata
1. Prep the Ingredients
Slice peaches into wedges.
Halve cherry tomatoes.
Tear basil leaves if they’re large.
2. Arrange the Salad
On a serving plate or shallow bowl, arrange:
- peach slices
- tomatoes
- basil leaves
Nestle the burrata in the center and gently tear it open.
3. Drizzle
Drizzle olive oil generously over everything.
Add balsamic glaze in thin ribbons for contrast.
4. Season
Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
5. Serve
Serve immediately while the peaches are fresh and juicy.
Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Slice peaches and halve tomatoes.
- Arrange peaches, tomatoes, and basil on a serving platter.
- Place burrata in the center and gently tear it open.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
Tips for the Best Summer Salad
Use Ripe but Firm Peaches
They should slice cleanly without getting mushy.
Serve Burrata at Room Temperature
This gives you that soft, creamy center.
Don’t Skip the Salt
A pinch of salt makes peaches taste even sweeter.
Add Prosciutto for a Savory Contrast
If you want a more filling dish.
Variations
Strawberry Peach Burrata
Add fresh strawberries for extra sweetness.
Grilled Peach Caprese
Lightly grill peaches to deepen their flavor.
Arugula Base
Serve the whole dish over a bed of arugula.
Nectarine Swap
Use nectarines if peach season has passed.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this salad with:
- Grilled chicken
- Grilled salmon
- Pasta dishes
- Crusty baguette
- Summer cocktails or iced tea
Also perfect for:
- Brunch
- BBQ side dish
- Light summery lunch
- Picnic plates
It’s visually stunning and incredibly refreshing — guaranteed to impress.
Why This Peach Caprese Will Become Your Go-To Summer Salad
It’s elegant but effortless.
Fresh but satisfying.
Sweet, savory, creamy, and bright all at once.
This salad takes the simplicity of a classic caprese and elevates it into something special with seasonal fruit and indulgent burrata. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it every week of peach season.
