This Burrata Cheese with Marinated Mushrooms and Tomato Salsa recipe is a must-try! The creamy goodness of burrata, the earthy richness of marinated mushrooms, and the freshness of tomato salsa are so deliciously good together! All is ready to enjoy in just about 10 to 15 minutes!
I like to make a little extra of the marinated mushrooms and tomato salsa topping just because it's also delicious on its own. Plus, if you're making the recipe for a dinner party, your guests may like to enjoy the salsa with their meat as well. It goes great over this Cheesy Chicken and Mushroom Recipe!
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Reasons to love this recipe
- Versatility: You can add other favorite ingredients like balsamic glaze, pine nuts, or arugula to suit your taste. See substitutions and variations below for more ideas.
- Easy to Prepare: The recipe is quick and easy to prepare. It's perfect for a delicious and impressive meal without a lot of fuss.
- Perfect for Various Occasions: Whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a cozy date night, or looking for a refreshing lunch option, this recipe is versatile enough.
- It's pretty! Well, just look at it - that's just self-explanatory 🙂
Ingredients
- Burrata Cheese: the star of the dish! It's known for its creamy texture. It adds a rich element to the salad. If you like burrata, you should also try this Cauliflower Steak with Prosciutto and Burrata recipe.
- Marinated mushrooms: Like in this Simple Corn and Marinated Mushroom Salad recipe, marinated mushrooms bring a burst of earthy and umami flavors to the salad. Jars of marinated mushrooms are always available at any grocery store. Or, you can make a homemade marinated mushroom recipe as well. I like using the honey mushrooms, but you can use any ones you like.
- Tomato: add a refreshing and juicy element to the salad. Choose ripe tomatoes with a sweet and earthy aroma at the stem end for extra flavor.
- Red Onion: adds a mild onion flavor and a nice contrast to the creamy burrata. I oftentimes add red onion instead of the more common sweet onion, even in recipes traditionally made with sweet or yellow onion. Exhibit A is this Olivier Salad with Cucumbers, and Exhibit B is these Beef and Popcorn Shrimp Tacos.
- Cilantro: adds a burst of freshness and a hint of citrus-like aroma to the dish. The nice green color also looks great, for presentation.
- Garlic Powder: I prefer using garlic powder instead of fresh garlic in this recipe because it brings less intense garlic flavor and is more evenly distributed throughout the dish.
see the recipe card at the end of this post for the full list of ingredients and quantities
Substitutions and variations
- Cheese: If burrata is not available, you can substitute it with fresh mozzarella or buffalo mozzarella.
- Red Onion: Swap red onion for sweet Vidalia onion or thinly sliced shallots if you prefer a milder onion flavor.
- Herbs: If cilantro isn't your favorite, you can use fresh basil, parsley, or dill.
- Seasonings: Instead of garlic powder, you can use freshly minced garlic for a stronger garlic flavor. You can also try adding a pinch of dried Italian seasoning, oregano, or basil for additional seasoning.
- Nuts: Toasted pine nuts, slivered almonds, or chopped walnuts will add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Leafy Greens: Serve the salad on a bed of arugula, spinach, or mixed greens. Or, place the greens over the opened Burrata cheese and top the greens with the tomato salsa so that they absorb all the flavors.
Preparation
STEP 1: Cut open the Burrata
Cut open the Burrata cheese (from the middle) and place it on a serving platter.
STEP 2: Prepare the Salad
Combine all the remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl and top over the Burrata right before serving.
Top Tips
- Use the freshest and highest quality Burrata and tomatoes.
- Allow the burrata to come to room temperature before serving for the best creaminess.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil. It can make a significant difference in the final result.
- Tomatoes release moisture over time, and if the salsa sits on the Burrata for too long, it could lead to a slightly runny or soggy presentation. Top the Burrata with the tomato salsa right before serving to avoid this.
- If your salsa contains a lot of liquid, you may like to drain the excess moisture before adding it to the Burrata. This can help prevent unnecessary sogginess as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
In short, burrata and mozzarella are both Italian cheeses made from cow's milk, but they differ in terms of flavor and texture. The most significant difference is that burrata has a creamy filling, while mozzarella does not. Burrata has a unique texture contrast between the outer shell and the creamy interior, whereas mozzarella has a more consistent texture throughout. Mozzarella has a mild, fresh, and slightly sweet flavor, while burrata has a richer and more buttery flavor.
It's best to consume the dish within a few hours of assembling it. But, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. The tomato will release its juices into the leftover burrata; just make sure to drain the excess juices before.
Yes, cherry tomatoes work well too. Just dice them into smaller pieces.
Pickled mushrooms are preserved in a vinegar-based solution and marinated mushrooms are preserved in oil with different herbs and spices. So pickled mushrooms have a tangy and sour flavor and marinated mushrooms have more of a savory, herb-infused taste. You can use either for this recipe.
Serving Suggestions
The dish is great topped on crackers, baguette (crostini), or over naan bread. I love it with mini naan bread dippers. You can make appetizers similar to this Sun-Dried Tomato and Mango Crostini recipe.
Serve it with our Baked Seafood-Stuffed Salmon and this Citrus Avocado Salad.
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Recipe
Burrata Cheese with Marinated Mushrooms and Tomato Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 Burrata cheese ball
- 1 cup marinated mushrooms drained and rinsed
- 1 large tomato or 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 small red onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Cut open the Burrata cheese (from the middle) and place it on a serving platter.
- Combine all the remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl and top over the Burrata right before serving.
- Serve topped on crackers, crostini, pita bread or naan bread.
Notes
- Use the freshest and highest quality Burrata and tomatoes.
- Allow the burrata to come to room temperature before serving for the best creaminess.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil. It can make a significant difference in the final result.
- Tomatoes release moisture over time, and if the salsa sits on the Burrata for too long, it could lead to a slightly runny or soggy presentation. Top the Burrata with the tomato salsa right before serving to avoid this.
- If your salsa contains a lot of liquid, you may like to drain the excess moisture before adding it to the Burrata. This can help prevent unnecessary sogginess as well.
Carl
My 4 children can be quite pesky but I made this for them and they really enjoyed it! Thank you!
Irina
That's so great to hear! I am glad you all enjoyed it!