Roasted Tomato Burrata Plate with Basil Pesto & Balsamic Glaze
Sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh basil pesto, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together in this cozy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that feels effortlessly elevated. Perfect for entertaining, wine nights, or a beautiful starter to share with friends.
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
15 min
Serves
Ingredients
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For the Roasted Tomatoes
- 2 cupscherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 2 clovesgarlic, crushed
- 1 smallshallot, finely minced
- pinchchili flakes
- to tastesalt and freshly cracked black pepper
- light drizzleolive oil
For Serving
- 1burrata ball
- 2 tbspbasil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- to tastebalsamic glaze, for drizzling
- to tastefresh basil, chopped
- crostini, toasted sourdough, or crusty bread for serving
Ingredients
For the Roasted Tomatoes
- 2 cupscherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 2 clovesgarlic, crushed
- 1 smallshallot, finely minced
- pinchchili flakes
- to tastesalt and freshly cracked black pepper
- light drizzleolive oil
For Serving
- 1burrata ball
- 2 tbspbasil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- to tastebalsamic glaze, for drizzling
- to tastefresh basil, chopped
- crostini, toasted sourdough, or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2
In a baking dish or oven-safe skillet, combine the cherry tomatoes, crushed garlic, minced shallot, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil.
- 3
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and slightly roasted. Give the mixture a gentle stir halfway through baking if needed.
- 4
Spoon the warm roasted tomato mixture onto a serving plate.
- 5
Drizzle the pesto over the tomatoes, followed by a light drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- 6
Sprinkle with freshly chopped basil.
- 7
Carefully place the burrata ball in the center of the tomato mixture.
- 8
Serve immediately with toasted crostini or warm crusty bread.
Melissa's Notes
Burrata is best served slightly chilled or at room temperature for the creamiest texture. Add extra chili flakes for more heat. This dish pairs beautifully with wine and is best enjoyed shared around the table with friends.
Making your own pesto? Try my Quick Basil Pesto — it comes together in minutes and is absolutely worth it. Or grab your favourite store-bought jar and you're good to go.
Nutrition Information
Per serving — based on 4 servings
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients and brands used.
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