Step 1

Preheat oven to 400F degrees. Cut or tear the bread into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Tear or cut the bread into bite sized pieces. Transfer to a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss until bread is evenly coated and spread out in a single layer. Bake until croutons are crisp and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove and use on the salad as needed.

Step 3

While the bread is toasting, wash and dry the little gems lettuce and wash and cut the strawberries.

Step 4

To make the vinaigrette, combine minced shallots, honey and vinegar in a bowl. Whisking constantly, drizzle in the 1/2 cup olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Lightly toss the bread cubes, the lettuce and the strawberies with some of the vinaigrette, keeping each seperate (optional).

Step 6

In a large bowl, plater or tray, arrange the little gems, strawberries, croutons and burrata cheese. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Top with basil.