Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
Slow roasting tomatoes, shallots, and garlic together in a balsamic and olive oil dressing makes for an intensely flavored and delicious cherry tomato caprese salad! Serve this Italian appetizer or side dish with burrata cheese and crusty bread.
Servings 6
Calories 250kcal
Ingredients
- 2 shallots
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1-2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 8 oz burrata cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F.
- Halve the shallots through the root end. Then slice each half into 4-5 pieces through the root.
- Toss the shallots, tomatoes, and garlic with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, thyme, salt, and sugar.
- Spread it all out in a baking dish large enough for everything to be in one layer.
- Roast for about 45 minutes. The tomatoes should be bursting and browned. The shallots and garlic should be soft and roasted.
- Let cool for a few minutes (until no longer hot but still warm).
- Arrange the burrata on a serving dish. Spoon the tomatoes, garlic, and shallots around. Pour the dressing from the baking dish over everything. Top with more fresh thyme if you wish.
- Serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- Burrata: If you can't find burrata, slice up some fresh mozzarella instead.
- Herbs: You can add fresh oregano, sage, or parsley to the baking pan with the thyme. If you use fresh basil, add it at the end only.
- Tomatoes: Any cherry or grape sized ones would be lovely. I especially like the multicolored packs which you may find at your supermarket or farmer's market.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal