Strawberry & Burrata Salad with Arugula and Tarragon

Bright, Creamy, and Peak Spring Simplicity

This is one of those salads that feels effortless but delivers big on flavor. Sweet strawberries, creamy burrata, and peppery arugula come together with just a few thoughtful touches—good olive oil, fresh herbs, and a quality balsamic.

It’s the kind of dish that works just as well plated individually as it does spread out on a large platter for the table. Light, fresh, and just a little indulgent, it’s everything you want in a spring salad.

A quick note on ingredients: when choosing a white balsamic vinegar, look for one with just wine and grape must listed. There are lots of cheap imitation balsamic vinegars out there with extra sugars and fillers that aren’t necessary and just don’t measure up to the real deal.

Ingredients (serves 2–4)

Salad
4 cups (120 g) arugula
1½ cups (225 g) strawberries, quartered
1 ball (200 g) burrata, halved (or quartered for a platter)
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon (15 g) white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons (30 g) extra virgin olive oil
Flaky salt (such as Maldon), to taste

Method

Place the arugula in a large bowl and toss lightly with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Arrange on a serving plate or divide between bowls.

In a separate bowl, toss the quartered strawberries with the white balsamic vinegar. Let them sit briefly to absorb the flavor.

Scatter the strawberries over the dressed arugula.

Tear or place the burrata (half per bowl, or quartered for a platter) gently over the top of the salad.

Sprinkle fresh tarragon leaves over everything.

Finish the burrata with a pinch of flaky salt and a light drizzle of olive oil.

Serve immediately.

Serving & Variations

Serve as a light starter, alongside grilled meats, or as part of a spring spread. This also works beautifully as a large platter—just quarter the burrata and scatter across the salad for easy sharing.

Storage

Best enjoyed immediately after assembling. If prepping ahead, keep components separate and assemble just before serving.