# Cheese-Based Tomato Salads Standard & Pour Serves a Refreshing Heirloom Tomato Salad for Summer By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-for-summer References: [vegasmagazine](https://vegasmagazine.com/john-curtas-on-what-to-eat-in-vegas) & [standardandpourlv](http://standardandpourlv.com/) Standard & Pour is a Henderson, Nevada-based eatery that serves a refreshing salad for summer that features a pared-down ingredient list of just [heirloom cherry tomatoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adora-heirloom-tomatoes), green olive aioli, a balsamic reduction and a generous scoop of creamy burrata cheese. As such, the Tomato & Burrata salad's main ingredients make it reminiscent of a reinterpreted caprese salad. Across the food industry, consumers are becoming acquainted with a [softer version of mozzarella cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-mozzarella-ciliegine) that's mild, yet interesting enough in texture to be used as a feature point of a dish. Since the semi-soft Italian cheese is such a standout, it can be found in simple dishes that feature vibrantly colored vegetables, which many health-conscious consumers are now looking to experience in a new light. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mild Mozzarella Cheese:** Incorporating a softer version of mozzarella cheese into dishes can create new flavor experiences for consumers. - **Vibrantly Colored Vegetables:** Using vibrant vegetables as a main focus in dishes appeals to health-conscious consumers seeking fresh and visually appealing meals. - **Reinterpreted Caprese Salad:** Giving a modern twist to classic dishes like the caprese salad can attract customers looking for familiar flavors with a unique twist. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Industry:** Restaurants and food manufacturers can explore incorporating mild mozzarella cheese and vibrant vegetables into their menu offerings to cater to changing consumer preferences. - **Health Food Industry:** Companies in the health food industry can capitalize on the demand for visually appealing, fresh meals by offering dishes that highlight vibrant vegetables. - **Gourmet Salad Industry:** Gourmet salad establishments can attract customers by reimagining classic salads like the caprese salad with creative ingredient combinations and presentation styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pairing-Friendly Tomato Basil Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satori-tomato-basil-bellavitano.md) - [Italian Salad-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caprese-sandwich.md) - [Italian Tomato Salad Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-cremoso-salad-kit.md) - [Salad-Inspired Grilled Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caprese-grilled-cheese.md) - [Burrata-Filled Ravioli Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-tomato-burrata-ravioloni.md) - [Italian Salad-Inspired Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caprese-piada.md) - [Elevated Salad Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entree-salads.md) - [Spreadable Burrata Filling Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burrata-filling.md) - [Remixed Italian Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/di-stefano-mozz.md)