Balsamic Cherry Mint Burrata
Balsamic Cherry Mint Burrata is a delightful summer appetizer that combines creamy burrata cheese with sweet, juicy cherries and fragrant mint, all drizzled in rich balsamic glaze. This dish not only looks stunning but also offers an explosion of flavors that will impress your guests or elevate your solo snacking experience. Perfect for gatherings or intimate dinners, it’s quick to prepare and guaranteed to bring back fond memories of warm summer days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh burrata cheese
- 1 cup ripe cherries, pitted and halved
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cherries under cool water, remove stems and pits.
- Slice burrata cheese and place on a serving plate.
- In a bowl, toss pitted cherries with chopped mint leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the cherry-mint mixture and stir gently.
- Spoon the cherry-mint mixture over the sliced burrata.
- Drizzle olive oil on top and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate cherries in balsamic vinegar for at least 30 minutes before serving. Experiment by substituting cherries with strawberries or adding chili flakes for a spicy twist.