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Burrata cheese torn open on a plate with tomatoes and olive oil in a home kitchen

Burrata With Warm Tomatoes and Olive Oil

Creamy burrata is paired with warm, garlicky cherry tomatoes and rich olive oil in this simple yet elegant appetizer. Perfect with crusty bread for soaking up every drop.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 balls fresh burrata cheese
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic thinly sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh basil leaves optional
  • Crusty bread for serving, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3–4 minutes until just softened.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Place burrata on a serving plate and spoon warm tomatoes and oil over the top.
  • Garnish with basil and serve with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

Calories: 310 kcal
Protein: 12g
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 6g
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