Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of slow-roasted cherry tomatoes paired with creamy burrata cheese, a perfect appetizer or side dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Slow-Roasted Tomatoes:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- 8 ounces fresh burrata cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- crusty bread or crostini
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Tomatoes: In a bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on the baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast the tomatoes for 45-60 minutes until soft and caramelized. Let them cool slightly.
- Assemble: Place burrata on a platter, top with roasted tomatoes, and sprinkle with basil.
- Serve: Serve with crusty bread or crostini.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- This dish is perfect for summer gatherings as a delightful appetizer or side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 ounces burrata with tomatoes
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
