Description
Enjoy the refreshing flavors of summer with this easy and elegant recipe for Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata. Bursting with fresh herbs and creamy burrata cheese, this dish is perfect for a light appetizer or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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Marinated Cherry Tomatoes:
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp champagne or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- 1–2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- chili flakes, to taste
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
Additional Ingredients:
- 2–3 balls burrata cheese, at room temperature
- grilled bread or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, basil, and thyme. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Add tomatoes and toss to combine. Allow the tomatoes to marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the fridge. Bring to room temp before serving.
- To serve, break the balls of burrata over a serving bowl. Arrange the tomatoes around the burrata. Serve with grilled or toasted bread.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of chili flakes.
- For a twist, try adding a drizzle of aged balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
