A Taste of Summer
Burrata, Peach, and Cherry Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
Photo by : Tieghan Gerard
This delightful summer salad comes courtesy of Tieghan Gerard, the mastermind behind the popular food blog Half Baked Harvest. Inspired by her love of family and creating delicious meals, Tieghan's recipes are known for their fresh ingredients, vibrant flavors, and beautiful presentation.
This Burrata, Peach, and Cherry Salad with Herb Vinaigrette is a perfect example. It's a symphony of summer flavors, combining sweet peaches and cherries with juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese. The herbaceous vinaigrette, bursting with fresh basil, oregano, dill, and thyme, ties everything together for a truly satisfying dish.
About Half Baked Harvest
Tieghan's passion for cooking began at a young age, helping out in her large family of ten. This experience not only fueled her love of food but also ignited a desire to create order in the kitchen chaos – and delicious meals at the same time. Half Baked Harvest was born from this desire, a platform where Tieghan shares her culinary creations with the world.
Launched in 2012, Half Baked Harvest has become a go-to resource for home cooks everywhere. Tieghan's warm and inviting personality shines through in her recipes, making even the most complex dishes feel approachable. Her dedication to fresh flavors and innovative combinations has earned her recognition from major publications and networks, including The Cooking Channel, Food Network, and HGTV.
Now, let's get cooking!
INGREDIENTS
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- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic or champagne vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ 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 ¾ cups cherry tomatoes, halved if large
- 2 ½ peaches, sliced into wedges
- 1 cup pitted fresh cherries
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
- ¼ 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.
Tips and Variations
- Don't have fresh herbs on hand? No problem! Use a tablespoon of your favorite dried herb blend instead.
- Want to add some protein? Grill some chicken or shrimp and serve it on top of the salad.
- This salad is also delicious with other summer fruits like nectarines, plums, or apricots
For more recipes by Tieghan, check out her website : https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/
