Burrata Bruschetta with Tomato & Basil: Easy, Indulgent Delight
Enjoy a simple yet luxurious appetizer with this Burrata Bruschetta recipe, featuring fresh tomatoes and basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf baguette
- 1 cup burrata cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch pieces and place on a baking sheet.
- Brush each slice with olive oil and toast them in the oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper.
- After the bread is toasted, remove from the oven and top each slice with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
- Add a piece of burrata cheese on top of each bruschetta.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes on top.
- Ensure the bread is toasted just right to maintain a crispy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg