Burrata with Grilled Vegetables and Fruit

Name: Burrata with Grilled Vegetables and Fruit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Burrata cheese (4 each weighing 125 g) 1.1 lbs; Radicchio long 19 oz; Belgian endive 1.1 lbs; Spinach 2 cups; Apple kaki (persimmon) 3 ½ cups; Golden delicious apples 1.1 lbs; Extra virgin olive oil 7 ½ tbsp; Basil 5 leaves; Thyme 4 sprigs; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Burrata salad from Puglia is all about pairing creamy cheese with a colorful mix of grilled veggies and fruit—perfect for warm nights. Burrata from Southern Italy, with its rich, moist center, is the star. And when you cut into it? The cheese just flows all over the plate, mingling with the flavors. And Grilled vegetables like radicchio and Belgian endive turn tender and crispy. Really good stuff. Baby spinach keeps it light. Slices of apple and sweet persimmon add an unexpected sweet bite. A classic Puglian move. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil with fresh basil and thyme gives it that true Mediterranean vibe. Tastes like summer down south.

In Puglia, they might throw in grilled peaches or tomatoes. And here's the thing, each family has their own twist based on what's fresh at the market. This kind of summer salad isn't about being fancy. Nope. It's about showcasing the season's produce. You might see a splash of balsamic glaze or a bit of arugula or prosciutto for something heartier. The golden edges on the grilled fruit give a tangy caramel flavor. And look, it pairs perfectly with the mellow cheese. It’s a dish that works as a simple appetizer, a light lunch, or even the main event at a backyard dinner. Seriously good.

With simple prep and so many colors, it is not just a healthy salad—it's a celebration of Puglia's best. And everyone at the table can dig in and make it their own. And you know what? They'll savor the freshness and simplicity that's so typical of Puglian cuisine. Whether it's a casual get-together or a quiet meal, this dish brings a taste of Italy's beautiful south right to your table. Every bite, a tasty experience. For sure.

INGREDIENTS

Burrata cheese 1.1 lbs (500 g) - (4 each weighing 125 g)

Radicchio 19 oz (540 g) - long

Belgian endive 1.1 lbs (500 g)

Spinach 2 cups (60 g)

Apple kaki (persimmon) 3 ½ cups (600 g)

Golden delicious apples 1.1 lbs (500 g)

For the Dressing: Extra virgin olive oil 7 ½ tbsp (100 g); Basil 5 leaves; Thyme 4 sprigs; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Burrata with Grilled Vegetables and Fruit

To prepare the burrata with grilled vegetables and fruit, first prepare the ingredients: remove the base of the radicchio head 1 and cut it lengthwise into 4 wedges 2. Do the same with the Belgian endive 3.

Cut the persimmon in half 4 and then into wedges, then cut each wedge in half again 5. Do the same with the apple, keeping the peel on 6.

Place the fruit on a well-heated grill and grill on both sides for a total of 3-4 minutes 7. Grill the Belgian endive 8 and the radicchio as well 9.

Set aside the grilled fruit and vegetables 10 and move on to the dressing: pour the basil and thyme into a jug 11, then add the oil 12.

Salt 13, pepper, and blend with an immersion blender 14 until you obtain a homogeneous consistency 15.

Assemble the plates by laying a bed of washed and dried baby spinach leaves, then add the grilled vegetables and fruit 16 and place a burrata in the center 17. Drizzle with the flavored oil and serve your burrata with grilled vegetables and fruit 18!