Persimmon & Burrata Salad
Make the most of seasonal persimmons in this simple but beautiful salad, which makes a lovely starter to share between three-four people, or a perfect light lunch for two.
Ingredients
- 125-150g ball of burrata (or you could substitute fresh mozzarella or stracciatella)
- 1 ripe persimmon
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- sea salt flakes and extra virgin olive oil, to serve
- crusty bread, to serve
Method
- Remove burrata from the fridge 15-20 minutes before preparing.
- Remove the stem and leaf from the top of the persimmon (when ripe, it is quite easy to tear away with your fingers or the tip of a knife). Slice in half and then into thin wedges. Roughly chop or tear basil leaves.
- On serving plate, tear the burrata (or fresh cheese of choice) into rough chunks. Scatter sliced persimmon over and around the cheese, tucking some slices under the cheese. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil, to taste. Scatter with fresh basil leaves and, to taste, with sea salt flakes.
- Serve immediately with sliced crusty bread.
- Recipe inspired by a wonderful meal at Gordon Street Garage that Claire from our Perth team enjoyed years ago. Ever since, she has looked forward to persimmon season to recreate the dish at home!