These are a few of my favorite things! Fresh juicy peaches, perfectly ripened heirloom tomatoes, and fresh basil all served up with creamy burrata— this is seriously a dream platter! When you put it all together, this burrata with tomatoes & peaches this is one of those platters that is the perfect “last minute” snack to make when you have company or are going to a get together.
One should never waste an opportunity to use seasonal produce and personally, I believe that tomatoes and peaches are some of the best parts of summer. Not only can they create a variety of amazing dishes, but they can be presented in such beautiful ways without much effort. And don’t get me started on burrata. It’s in my top 3 favorite cheeses because of how creamy and subtle it is! Much like the tomatoes & peaches, burrata can be mixed with a variety of flavor profiles.
To me, this burrata with tomatoes & peaches dish is the perfect show-stopping centerpiece for a get together, because just look at how stunning it is, but who says it can’t be made into a smaller version for an al fresco dinner in your own backyard? No matter the occasion, this is one of the dishes that will be made time and time again.
why you’ll love this recipe
- No-cook & effortless — This platter comes together in minutes with zero cooking, making it perfect for warm days or last-minute entertaining.
- Seasonal & fresh — Juicy tomatoes, ripe peaches, and fresh basil highlight the best flavors of summer.
- Beautiful but approachable — It looks impressive on the table, but there’s nothing fussy about assembling it.
- Sweet + savory balance — Creamy burrata, sweet fruit, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of hot honey create the perfect bite.
- Perfect for sharing — Ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal with crusty bread.
ingredients you’ll need for burrata with tomatoes & peaches
- Marinated Cherry Tomatoes– these are optional, but I love the flavor they add, plus having the various sizes of tomatoes look visually appealing
- Heirloom tomatoes– I love to buy a variety of colors
- Burrata– for larger platters I use 2 (4oz) burrata balls
- Peaches– look for peaches that are perfectly ripe- not too firm, but not too soft
- Fresh basil
- Hot honey– regular honey will work just fine!
- Sea salt
- Toasted bread or crostini– grab a baguette, slice, drizzle with olive oil and bake until crispy
step-by-step
- Heirloom Tomatoes: Slice the tomatoes, roughly 1/4″ thick, and arrange on a large platter. I arrange mine around the edges & corners, slightly overlapping but also allowing the various colors to be shown. Just be sure to leave space in the center for the burrata.
- Marinated Cherry Tomatoes: Find little pockets around the heirloom tomatoes to add these. Again, overlap where needed without fully covering the heirloom tomatoes.
- Sliced Peaches: Slice a fresh peach into roughly 12 pieces. These make great space fillers so look for any white space and layer the peaches.
- Basil: Add full leaves of basil in any open spaces.
- Burrata: For a larger platter, use 2- 4 ounces balls of burrata. I like to pull mine apart before placing them in the center of the platter.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle with hot honey (or regular), a little olive oil and chopped pieces of basil.
- Serve with crostinis, toasted bread or crackers
pro tips & variations 💡
- Use room-temp tomatoes and burrata for the best flavor
- Finish with flaky sea salt and tear the burrata for a creamy, rustic look
- Choose ripe but firm peaches so they hold their shape
- Swap in nectarines, figs, or strawberries as seasons change
- Add prosciutto or grilled chicken to make it heartier
- Change the drizzle with chili oil or balsamic glaze
what to serve alongside the Burrata with Tomatoes & Peaches Platter
Crispy Chicken Cutlets
Crisp white wines such as: Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
Burrata with Marinated Tomatoes & Peaches
Ingredients
marinated cherry tomatoes
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp fresh basil, oregano, and thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt & pepper
for the platter
- 1-3 heirloom tomatoes sliced 1/4” thick
- 8 oz burrata
- 1-2 peaches sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves for garnish
- hot honey for drizzling
- sea salt
- Toasted bread or crostini for serving
Instructions
- In a large container, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Add cherry tomatoes and toss to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated tomatoes and heirloom tomato slices on a serving platter, leaving space in the center for the burrata. Spoon extra marinade over the tomatoes.
- Nestle peach slices throughout the platter to fill in gaps. Place the burrata in the center.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, drizzle with hot honey, and serve with toasted bread or crostini.
Notes
- For a smaller platter, use 1 heirloom tomato + 1 peach.
- For a larger platter, use 3 heirloom tomatoes + 2 peaches.
- Swap peaches with nectarines if desired.
- Balsamic glaze can be used in place of hot honey for a different flavor.
