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Aug 3, 2016

Summer Fruit Salad with Burrata & Prosciutto

Name: Summer Fruit Salad with Burrata & Prosciutto
Prep time: 5 min
Ingredients: 6 ounces burrata cheese; 2 ounces prosciutto; 1½ cups diced cantaloupe; 2 medium white peaches, (pitted and sliced); 1 cup halved figs; 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly cracked black pepper (as needed)

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 0 minutes mins

BY: Kylie Mazon-Chambers

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Summer fruit salad with burrata and prosciutto is a sweet and savory appetizer made with juicy seasonal fruit, creamy burrata, and salty prosciutto for effortless warm-weather entertaining.

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This summer fruit salad with burrata and prosciutto combines juicy cantaloupe, peaches, and figs with creamy burrata and salty prosciutto for a simple yet elevated warm-weather appetizer. Taking only five minutes to assemble, the balance of sweet fruit, rich cheese, and savory cured meat makes this plate perfect for entertaining, brunch, or light summer meals. Serve it with grilled bread and sparkling wine for an easy, elegant spread. Looking for more inspiring summer apps? Try my summer corn soup with corn fritters or this tomato, avocado & mozzarella salad for your next event.

summer fruit salad with burrata and prosciutto recipe.

	Why You’ll Love This Recipe
	Sweet and savory – The combination of ripe fruit, creamy burrata, and salty prosciutto creates balanced flavor in every bite.
No cooking required – This simple recipe comes together in minutes with zero oven time.
Perfect for entertaining – Elegant presentation with minimal effort makes it ideal for hosting.

Key Ingredients in This Recipe

Figs – Figs are seasonal so if you can’t find them they can be omitted in this recipe. Small bruises are fine but don’t buy any figs that are cracked or seemed dried. And once figs are purchased they have a fairly short shelf life and should be used within a few days.
Cantaloupe – Cantaloupe and prosciutto are a classic Italian combination. The salty prosciutto complements the sweet, juicy melon.
Peaches – I use white peaches in this recipe though they can be easily swapped for yellow peaches in this recipe. They are in season at the height of summer.
Burrata – Burrata, a soft cow’s milk cheese from Italy, is essentially mozzarella filled with a creamy interior. It has become very popular in recent years for its rich, clean flavor. The cold, creamy cheese is the perfect contrast to the juicy fruit.
Prosciutto – This salty, silky meat is made from curing the whole hind leg of a pig. Prosciutto is a whole muscle salumi served sliced paper-thin.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Pro Tip

Let the burrata sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before serving so the center becomes extra creamy and flavorful.

Swaps and Substitutions

White peaches: Substitute with yellow peaches, nectarines, or plums.
Figs: Omit if unavailable or replace with blackberries or cherries.
Cantaloupe: Swap with honeydew or watermelon.
Burrata: Substitute with fresh mozzarella or stracciatella.
Prosciutto: Use speck or another thinly sliced cured ham.

How to Make Summer Fruit Salad with Burrata and Prosciutto (Step-by-Step)

white peaches with cantaloupe and figs. — **Step 1**: **Assemble.**
Arrange the burrata, prosciutto, melon, peaches, and figs in a large shallow bowl or on a large platter.

summer fruit salad with burrata and prosciutto in bowl. — **Step 2: Garnish and serve.**
Drizzle the burrata with olive oil and black pepper. Serve at room temperature.

How to Serve Summer Fruit Salad with Burrata and Prosciutto

As an appetizer: Serve on a large platter for easy sharing.
For brunch: Pair with sparkling wine or mimosas.
With bread: Add grilled or toasted bread for scooping up burrata and juices.

How to Store Summer Fruit Salad with Burrata and Prosciutto

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Burrata: Best enjoyed fresh and the day assembled for ideal texture.
Make ahead: Slice fruit in advance but assemble just before serving for best presentation.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What fruit goes well with burrata and prosciutto?

Fruits like cantaloupe, peaches, nectarines, figs, plums, and melon pair especially well with burrata and prosciutto because they balance the salty and creamy flavors.

Can you make summer fruit salad with burrata ahead of time?

You can prep the fruit ahead of time, but assemble the salad just before serving for the freshest texture and presentation.

Is burrata served cold or room temperature?

Burrata is best served at room temperature so its creamy center softens and becomes more flavorful.

What wine pairs with summer fruit salad and burrata?

Light sparkling wines, rosé, and crisp white wines pair well with summer fruit salad and burrata.

Other Recipes to Try

If you loved the gorgeous presentation of this summer-centric dish, I check out some of my other produce-forward favorites:

Peach and Tomato Mozzarella Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
Heirloom Tomato, Prosciutto and Burrata with Garlic-Basil Oil
Summer Panzanella Salad

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