Burrata Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil – A Bite of Italian Summer

Burrata Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil – A Bite of Italian Summer 🍅🧀
If there’s one appetizer that never fails to make people’s eyes light up, it’s this Burrata Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil. I’ve been making it for years, and honestly—every time, it disappears faster than I can plate it! There’s just something magical about ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy burrata nestled on golden, crispy bread.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Fresh & Seasonal: A joyful celebration of summer produce.

Quick to Make: You can have it on the table in under 20 minutes.

Effortlessly Impressive: Looks restaurant-level but requires no chef skills.

Totally Customizable: Add balsamic glaze, chili flakes, or even roasted garlic for your own twist.

What It Tastes Like
Imagine the crunch of warm bread giving way to the creamy, buttery center of burrata… then a burst of sweet-tart heirloom tomatoes and that unmistakable peppery fragrance of fresh basil. Every bite is sunshine, market-fresh produce, and a hint of indulgence all in one.

Benefits of This Recipe
Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or date nights.

Uses wholesome, real ingredients.

Pairs with wine, salads, or light mains.

Can be adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets with simple swaps.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Tomato Mixture

3 large ripe heirloom tomatoes, diced

1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced (chiffonade)

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp balsamic vinegar (or balsamic glaze for sweetness)

Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

(Optional) pinch of red pepper flakes

For the Bread

1 French baguette or ciabatta loaf, sliced diagonally into ½-inch thick pieces

2 tbsp olive oil, for brushing

1 clove garlic, halved (optional, for rubbing)

For Assembly

1 ball burrata cheese (about 8 oz), torn into bite-sized pieces

Freshly cracked black pepper, to finish

Tools You’ll Need
Sharp knife

Cutting board

Mixing bowl

Grill pan or oven broiler

Pastry brush

Ingredient Swaps & Additions
No burrata? Use fresh mozzarella or goat cheese.

Gluten-free? Swap baguette for GF bread slices.

Extra flavor? Add roasted garlic paste to the bread before assembly.

More texture? Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the top.

Step-by-Step Instructions
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