Description
Mediterranean charm fills Barefoot Contessa Tomatoes & Burrata with fresh summer elegance. Ina Garten’s signature recipe blends ripe heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fragrant herbs for a delightful Italian-inspired dish you can savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (225-280g / 8-10 ounces) balls of fresh burrata cheese
- 16 to 20 (5cm / 2 inches diameter) heirloom tomatoes
- 1 French baguette
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 tablespoons good olive oil
- 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or fine sea salt)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 20 fresh basil leaves, julienned
- ½ teaspoon fleur de sel or flaky sea salt
Bread Seasoning:
- 60ml (¼ cup) good olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or fine sea salt)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, halved lengthwise
Instructions
- Carefully halve each burrata ball crosswise, positioning the cut sides down on four individual serving plates to create an elegant base.
- Slice tomatoes lengthwise through their stem end, artfully arranging the vibrant pieces surrounding the delicate burrata.
- Enhance the salad’s flavor profile by lavishly drizzling extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar across the dish.
- Elevate the taste with a precise sprinkling of kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, ensuring even distribution.
- Create visual and aromatic appeal by delicately scattering thinly sliced basil leaves, then finish with a light dusting of fleur de sel for added texture.
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit), preparing for the garlic toast preparation.
- Transform the baguette into uniform slices, cutting diagonally to create approximately 20 to 25 pieces measuring 6 millimeters (¼ inch) in thickness.
- Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a baking tray, brushing each piece with olive oil and seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Bake the bread for 15 to 20 minutes, watching carefully until the edges turn golden brown and the surface becomes perfectly crisp.
- While the toasts remain warm, gently rub one side of each slice with a fresh garlic clove, infusing them with a subtle, aromatic flavor. Allow to cool to room temperature before serving alongside the salad.
Notes
- Select peak-season tomatoes bursting with sun-ripened sweetness and vibrant color.
- Opt for premium burrata cheese that’s ultra-creamy with a delicate, silky texture.
- Drizzle high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for a rich, smooth flavor enhancement.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the dish’s taste profile.
- Enjoy immediately after assembling to preserve the ingredients’ crisp textures and intense flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg