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Burrata & Basil Bruschetta with Juicy Tomatoes

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Burrata & Basil Bruschetta with Juicy Tomatoes is a fresh, vibrant appetizer featuring creamy burrata, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil atop toasted bread. Perfect for entertaining or light snacking, this simple yet elegant dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

  • 1 ball fresh burrata cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes or chopped vine tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, halved
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 baguette or rustic bread, sliced
  • Optional: balsamic glaze or reduction, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
  2. Toast the bread in the oven for 8–10 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  3. In a bowl, toss chopped tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and a few torn basil leaves. Set aside.
  4. Once the toast is out of the oven, rub each slice with the cut side of a garlic clove.
  5. Gently tear the burrata and place a portion on each toast slice.
  6. Spoon the tomato mixture over the burrata, then top with more fresh basil.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil or balsamic glaze, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use heirloom tomatoes for a colorful variation.
  • Swap burrata with mozzarella or ricotta for different textures.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
  • Only assemble just before serving to avoid soggy bread.
  • Store tomato mix and burrata separately for up to 2 days if prepping ahead.

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