Description
Creamy burrata meets crisp toasted bread and juicy tomatoes in this simple yet elegant Burrata Bruschetta — a perfect appetizer bursting with Italian flavor and freshness.
Ingredients
- Ciabatta or Baguette: 1 loaf, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- Burrata Cheese: 2 balls (about 8 oz total)
- Cherry Tomatoes: 2 cups, halved
- Garlic Cloves: 2, minced
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh Basil Leaves: ¼ cup, chopped
- Balsamic Glaze: 2 teaspoons
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 5–10 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Arrange bread slices on the baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Assemble the Dish: Toast bread for 6–8 minutes until golden, then rub each slice with a cut garlic clove.
- Cook to Perfection: Spoon the tomato mixture onto warm bread slices.
- Finishing Touches: Tear burrata into pieces, place on top, sprinkle basil, and drizzle balsamic glaze.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while the bread is crisp and the burrata is creamy.
Notes
- Use ripe, seasonal tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Add burrata right before serving to keep it cool and creamy.
- A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt enhance every bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: burrata bruschetta, Italian appetizer, tomato toast, creamy burrata, easy bruschetta