Burrata Bruschetta
If you’re looking for an appetizer that’s both elegant and easy to prepare, this Burrata Bruschetta is a perfect choice! It combines creamy burrata cheese with fresh tomatoes and basil on crispy toasted bread. For a fun twist, we top it with pomegranate seeds - their burst of sweetness adds a delicious contrast to the otherwise savory flavors. Every bite is full of flavor!
Servings: 8 Bruschettas
Calories: 171kcal
Equipment
- Small slotted spoon optional, but helpful
Ingredients
For the bread:
- 4 slices rustic bread cut in half - if slices are small, use 8 whole slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic cut in half
For the bruschetta topping:
- 2 tomatoes diced (or use cherry tomatoes, halved)
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- 10 fresh basil leaves chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 8 oz. burrata cheese
- balsamic glaze
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet with a cooling rack and brush the top with olive oil. Toast the bread for 6-8 minutes, until golden and crisp. You can increase the temperature to a broil during the last minute of baking to brown a little more.4 slices rustic bread, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- While the bread toasts in the oven, mix the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, red onion, and chopped basil in a bowl with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.2 tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, ¼ cup red onion, 10 fresh basil leaves, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Once the bread has toasted, rub each slice with the garlic clove for a hint of flavor.1 clove garlic
- Place some burrata on each slice of bread (tear it open and spread the creamy center).8 oz. burrata cheese
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the burrata. If it’s too watery, use a slotted spoon to drain the excess liquid before layering it on top.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and finish with a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.balsamic glaze, ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
Notes
- Fresh tomatoes and high-quality burrata will make all the difference in flavor.
- Burrata tastes best at room temperature, so let it sit out for a bit before using it.
- Toast the bread until it’s golden and crispy to prevent it from getting soggy under the toppings.
- Add the burrata and tomato mixture right before serving to keep the bread crisp and the ingredients fresh.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning of the tomato mixture before topping it over the toasted bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 481IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 0.4mg