Burrata di Puglia with Roasted Tomato & Basil Oil

Creamy Burrata di Puglia served with roasted tomatoes, basil oil and balsamic glaze on a white plate, with toasted sourdough on the side; recipe and image created by Nicol Retailer Limited.

Burrata di Puglia with Roasted Tomato & Basil Oil

A beautifully simple yet luxurious Italian dish, this Burrata di Puglia with roasted tomatoes and basil oil delivers creamy indulgence, vibrant flavour and restaurant-quality elegance in every bite — the perfect way to elevate any meal effortlessly.

Course Antipasti, lunch, Sharing Plate, Side Dish, Starter

Cuisine Italian

Diet Vegetarian

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Servings People

Calories 500

Ingredients

4 Burrata di Puglia (125g each)
600g cherry tomatoes
4 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
2 garlic cloves (crushed)
Large handful of fresh basil leaves
Pinch of sea salt
Pinch of black pepper
Optional: 8 slices toasted sourdough or ciabatta

Instructions

Roast the Tomatoes

Preheat oven to 200°C.
Place cherry tomatoes on a baking tray.
Drizzle with olive oil, crushed garlic, salt and pepper.
Roast for 12–15 minutes, until soft, blistered and aromatic.

Make the Basil Oil

Finely chop a generous handful of basil.
Mix with 2 tbsp olive oil and a small pinch of salt.
Set aside for flavours to infuse.

Plate the Burrata

Use a large serving platter or divide across four plates.
Place one burrata ball on each half of the platter.
Arrange the warm roasted tomatoes evenly around the burrata.

Drizzle & Garnish

Pour the basil oil over the burrata.
Add a swirl of balsamic glaze.
Tear fresh basil leaves over the top.

Serve Immediately

Enjoy with toasted sourdough or ciabatta for dipping.

Notes

For the best flavour and texture, use authentic Burrata di Puglia, as its rich, creamy centre pairs perfectly with warm roasted tomatoes and fresh basil. Serve immediately after plating to enjoy the full silkiness of the burrata. This recipe works beautifully as a starter, light lunch or sharing dish, and can be made gluten-free by serving with GF bread. Fresh, high-quality ingredients make all the difference — especially real Italian burrata, available to buy at Nicol Retailer.

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