Description
A delightful dish featuring creamy burrata balls paired with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, infused with vibrant herbs and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the tomatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until blistered.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil with chopped basil, parsley, chives, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
- On a serving plate, arrange the burrata balls and drizzle with the herb-infused oil.
- Carefully add the roasted tomatoes around the burrata and drizzle any baking juices over them.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
Allow the burrata to rest in herb oil for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg