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Ingredients
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Cheese & Meat
Vegetables
Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Rinse the arugula and tomatoes under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
If using heirloom tomatoes, slice them into thick rounds. If using cherry tomatoes, halve them.
- 3
Tear the Basil
Gently tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces, being careful not to bruise them.
Assembly
- 4
Arrange the Ingredients
On a large serving platter, spread the arugula as the base. Top with the sliced tomatoes and torn basil leaves.
- 5
Add the Burrata and Speck
Place the burrata cheese in the center of the salad and arrange the speck slices around it.
Dressing
- 6
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Gently drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad.
- 7
Add Balsamic Vinegar
Sprinkle the balsamic vinegar over the top.
- 8
Season
Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Serving
- 9
Serve Immediately
Serve the burrata and speck salad immediately while the cheese is fresh and creamy.
