Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad

Adapted straight from the U.S. Open website itself, this heirloom tomato and watermelon salad recipe is light, healthy, and perfect for vegetarians! (Check out our guide on how to throw a U.S. Open party here—complete with food, drinks, and tailgate flair!) For a little lighter fare, this fresh salad made with seasonal ingredients is a great option for your homegate. Blending the sweet taste of watermelon with the umami of tomato, this salad is very refreshing on a hot day. The creamy salty flavor of the burrata makes this dish even more flavorful. Serve as a side or as a feature dish for vegetarians. 

Heirloom Tomatoes And Watermelon Salad

Adapted straight from the Us Open website itself, this heirloom tomatoes and watermelon salad recipe is light, healthy, and perfect for vegetarians!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 278

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 Cups wedged heirloom tomatos, core removed
• 1 Cup 1 inch watermelon cubes
• 1 Cup 1 inch yellow watermelon cubes if you can’t find, just do 2 cups of regular watermelon cubes
• 1 Tsp sea salt
• 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 8 Oz burrata cheese
• fresh cracked black pepper (to taste)

Method

 

1. Place the tomato wedges and cubed watermelon in a mixing bowl and set it aside.
2. Season the tomatoes and watermelon with sea salt, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Gently toss to combine.
3. Cut each burrata to create 4 even pieces (cut in a cross). Lay the burrata on it’s flat side so that the creamy inside is upright.
4. Gently spoon the salad into 4 bowls. Place the burrata halves on top. Season the burrata with sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.

Want a watermelon drink to go with this salad? Try this watermelon moonshine recipe—a refreshing summer cocktail for your next tailgate.