Italian Burrata and Roasted Fig Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Name: Italian Burrata and Roasted Fig Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: Fresh figs; Olive oil; Burrata cheese; Fresh arugula; Walnuts; Balsamic vinegar; Honey; Extra-virgin olive oil; Lemon juice; Salt and pepper

A delightful mix of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors

This Italian salad features fresh Burrata paired with sweet roasted figs, arugula, and a balsamic glaze for a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Salad

Fresh figs

8, halved

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Burrata cheese

2 balls, torn

Fresh arugula

4 cups

Walnuts

1/4 cup, toasted

For the Balsamic Glaze

Balsamic vinegar

1 cup

Honey

2 tablespoons

For the Dressing

Extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Salt and pepper

To taste

Preparation

Preparing the Balsamic Glaze

Combine Vinegar and Honey

In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey.

Bring to a Boil

Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.

Simmer Reduction

Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the mixture is reduced by half.

Don't over-reduce the glaze, it will thicken as it cools.

Assembling the Salad

Roast the Figs

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the fig halves on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 15 minutes.

Combine Ingredients

In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, toasted walnuts, and torn Burrata.

Add Figs and Dressing

Add the roasted figs to the bowl and drizzle with dressing and balsamic glaze.

For added flavor, toss the roasted figs in a little balsamic glaze before adding to the salad.

Cooking Process

Roasting

Place fig halves in the oven to roast.

Simmering

Allow the balsamic reduction to simmer and thicken.

Composing

Arrange salad components and drizzle with dressing and glaze.

Plating & Serving