Description
Indulge in this exquisite Pesto Burrata Appetizer topped with juicy roasted tomatoes for a burst of Italian flavors. Creamy burrata cheese paired with vibrant pesto and warm roasted tomatoes make this a perfect starter for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Burrata Cheese:
- 2 balls burrata cheese (about 4 oz each)
Roasted Tomatoes:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional:
- 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Toasted baguette slices or crostini for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast tomatoes: Place halved cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Roast for 15–20 minutes until caramelized.
- Assemble the dish: Spread basil pesto on a platter, place burrata on top, spoon roasted tomatoes over burrata. Garnish with basil leaves.
- Serve: Serve with toasted baguette slices or crostini.
Notes
- Best served at room temperature.
- You can roast the tomatoes ahead of time and warm them slightly before serving.
- For added depth, drizzle with a touch of balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting, Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
