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Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata, a colorful platter that’s like summer on a plate. It has the most delicious herb vinaigrette and plenty of sweet summer cherry tomatoes. Serve this fresh summer tomato salad over creamy burrata cheese and add some crusty grilled bread for scooping up all the yummies. This dish is simple to throw together, fresh, and flavorful! A tried and true summer favorite.
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
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!
Not much effort, but such gorgeous and delicious end results.
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
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!
Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories Per Serving: 142 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons champagne or apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- kosher salt and black pepper
- chili flakes
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2-3 balls burrata cheese, at room temperature
- grilled bread or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, basil, and thyme. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.2. Add tomatoes and toss to combine. Allow the tomatoes to marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the fridge. Bring to room temp before serving.3. To serve, break the balls of burrata over a serving bowl. Arrange the tomatoes around the burrata. Serve with grilled or toasted bread.
This post was originally published on June 29, 2023
Made it twice already. Great recipe!
Thanks so much Jay! So glad you loved this recipe! Have a great weekend! 🙂 xT
Great, easy recipe!
Thank you SO much Janet! I am so glad you loved this recipe, it’s definitely a fun one for this summer! 🙂 xT
I don’t even like tomatoes really and this is 10/10. I made it for two different gatherings and it was a hit at both! Served with my homemade plain sourdough loaf with slices lightly toasted.
Thank you so much Kaitlyn! I’m so so glad you loved these marinated tomatoes, they are perfect on some yummy sourdough! xT
Love this recipe – make it almost weekly! What else would recommend to change it up from serving with bread? Orzo? Thanks!
Hey there! Thanks soooo much! Yes, you can definitely serve this with a yummy pasta or even a whipped feta or something! 🙂 xT
Love it! I used lemon instead of vinegar. I could have eaten the whole thing myself. So easy to put together, yet the best tasty tomato salad. Highly recommended.
Hi Sky! Thank you SO much for trying out this recipe! I am so glad you’re loving it! Hope you have an amazing summer! 🙂 xT
This is fantastic!! This was the star of the Fourth of July app scene!! The two vinegars make the flavor so impactful… will definitely make again!!!
Hey Jess,
Love to hear this! Thanks so much for choosing to make this recipe for the 4th! Have a great weekend!
Sooooooo good, everyone loved it and so easy! 😋
Hey Beth,
Awesome!! So glad to hear this recipe turned out nicely for you, thanks for making it! Have the best weekend!
This is an absolutely fantastic recipe! The champagne vinegar and balsamic vinegar were delightful together. Thank you for sharing this with all of us! I could not be more impressed, and I will be marinating my chicken breasts with it tomorrow night.
Many thanks!
Sonya
Hey Sonya,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and your feedback, love to hear it was enjoyed!
This is THE best recipe for a good starter with friends, a light lunch or dinner. Delicious. I’ve made a version of this many times but this is the only one I’ll ever use ….. so tasty, so easy!!
Hey there,
Happy Monday! Love to hear this dish always turns out nicely for you, thanks a lot for making it so often! xx
This is my second time making this. It is a huge hit. My family raved about it. Tonight I made it for friends and they were equally impressed. Super easy but also super impressive presentation.
Thanks so much, Tammy:) Love to hear this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you making it! Have a nice Memorial Day!
Such a delicious recipe. Made it as a starter and everyone hugely complimentary (had to pass on the recipe – gave them your website) so much tastier than just usual tomatoes & burrata with a bit of glaze and basil!! Thank you
Thanks so much:) Love to hear this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you making it! Have a nice Memorial Day!
Could you roast this mixture in the oven first and then serve with baguettes or maybe over pasta?
Hi Lynn,
Totally, that sounds like a delicious idea! I hope you love this recipe! Happy Friday! xT
can this be made a day or two ahead of time and refrigerated or will it get mushy?
Hey there,
Sorry, I would not recommend that:) You could do through step 2 but then I would wait to add the burrata. I hope this helps! xx
Would like to add that these marinated tomatoes have been a huge hit when served to guests…they ask for the recipe and I am happy to refer them to your site!
Love to hear this recipe is always enjoyed! Have the best weekend! xT
Hello, love this recipe and use it a lot, I add finely slice shallot rounds too and that looks and tastes lovely too…
I do struggle with leftovers though, any suggestions? I hate chucking, I wondered about roasting them and topping a fococcia bread or something, but don’t know how the marinade would effect the taste?
Hey Kirsten,
Thanks for making this recipe so often! I think roasting and topping focaccia would be a great idea! Let me know how it turns out! xx
Oops, I intended to say I’ve “made this marinated tomatoes recipe many times, etc.” and now I will add that these tomatoes have been a huge hit when served to guests…they ask for the recipe and I am happy to refer them to your site!
Thank you so much:)
I have made this marinade many times to add to salads. It is fantastic.
Thanks so much! Love to hear this recipe and marinade is always enjoyed! Have a great day! xT