A bed of deep-red roasted Roma tomatoes lies underneath a creamy, white Burrata cheese ball in the center of the plate. Steaming hot, chunks of caramelized Italian sausage are scattered around, encased in the fragrant green halo of fresh basil leaves and drizzled with EVOO and balsamic glaze. The salad is dusted with a touch of black pepper, showcasing an enticing play of colors, textures, and temperatures.

Roasted Caprese Salad with Caramelized Italian Sausage

Name: Roasted Caprese Salad with Caramelized Italian Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Burrata cheese, 4 balls none; Roma tomatoes, 16 halved lengthwise; Italian sausage, 4 sliced into small chunks; Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), 6 tablespoons none; Fresh basil leaves, 24 none; Balsamic glaze, as per taste none; Salt, as per taste none; Black pepper, as per taste none

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Italian

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: January 13, 2024

This delightful take on the traditional Caprese salad will keep you warm and nourished during colder days, while staying true to the low-carb philosophy. The heart of this dish is creamy Burrata cheese, beautifully complemented by oven-roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, and sweet, caramelized Italian sausage. It's a vibrant fusion of textures and flavors that beautifully encapsulates the spirit of Italian cuisine!

Ingredients (for 4)

Burrata cheese - 4 balls - none
Roma tomatoes - 16 - halved lengthwise
Italian sausage - 4 - sliced into small chunks
Extra virgin olive oil (evoo) - 6 tablespoons - none
Fresh basil leaves - 24 - none
Balsamic glaze - as per taste - none
Salt - as per taste - none
Black pepper - as per taste - none

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍅🥣🔥

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the halved Roma tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of EVOO, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes until they're soft and somewhat charred.
Step 2 - 🥘🍖🌱

Heat 2 tablespoons of EVOO in a skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage chunks and cook until brown and caramelized. For the last two minutes of cooking, add half of the fresh basil leaves, giving them a good stir.
Step 3 - 🍅🧀🥗

Arrange the roasted tomatoes on each plate and drizzle over the juices from the baking sheet. Place a ball of Burrata cheese in the center, scatter with the warm sausage chunks and the remaining fresh basil leaves. Finish by drizzling each serving with the remaining EVOO, and a sprinkling of balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

Additional

Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish is also extremely customizable. For a spicier version, you could add red pepper flakes. If you want a vegetarian version, replace the Italian sausage with chunks of roasted aubergine or zucchini. Make sure to post a steaming hot picture on Instagram before you dig in!