Description
A fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring creamy burrata cheese on crispy toasted bread, topped with juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or as a light snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ball burrata cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- Rub the toasted bread with the cut side of the garlic cloves for added flavor.
- In a bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Tear the burrata into pieces and place them on each toast.
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the burrata.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, grill the bread instead of toasting it.
- Use heirloom tomatoes for a richer flavor.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg