Hot Lemon + Garlic Oil Burrata Cheese (with crispy baguette)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
420 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian, Vegan
Hot Lemon + Garlic Oil Burrata Cheese (with crispy baguette)
Description
This dish centers on a fresh ball of burrata cheese brought to room temperature and topped with a warm olive oil mixture heated gently with minced garlic, shallots, lemon zest and juice, chili flakes, minced onion flakes, salt, and pepper. The warm infused oil adds fragrant citrus and mild spice notes that complement the creamy burrata. A topping of chopped walnuts and shredded Parmesan cheese adds texture and umami flavor.
The accompanying baguette is sliced into 1-inch pieces, brushed with olive oil, and toasted until crisp in the oven. The toasted bread provides a sturdy, crunchy vehicle for the soft burrata and bright oil. Fresh basil leaves garnish the plate adding herbal freshness. This appetizer can be served slightly warmed or at room temperature, perfect for sharing.
Leftover burrata should be stored airtight in the refrigerator for up to two days and can be lightly reheated briefly in a warm oven if desired. Seasonal variations include adding fresh fruits like peaches or figs to complement the cheese.
Store leftover burrata in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.Reheat burrata lightly in a preheated oven turned off at 400°F for 2-3 minutes to warm gently.Leftover burrata can also be sliced for use in wraps, salads, or sandwiches without reheating.Try seasonal fruit additions such as chopped peaches or tomatoes in spring/summer, or fresh figs in fall/winter for variation.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette sliced into 1 inch slices
- olive oil for the baguette
- 1 burrata cheese fresh ball
- 1/4 cup walnuts finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 shallot minced
- lemon zest of 1
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp onion flakes minced
- lemon juice of half
- basil fresh leaves, for garnish
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Before starting to make the crispy baguette, take the burrata out of the fridge for 30 minutes to warm to room temperature.
To make the crispy baguette:
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Using a bread knife, slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices. Brush the baguette slices with olive oil on one side and place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast for 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through. Set aside.
To make the burrata cheese:
- To a low bowl add the ball of burrata cheese and set aside.
- Mix together the shredded parmesan cheese and chopped walnuts and set aside.
- To a small pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced shallot and garlic and cook 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- To the oil mixture add the lemon zest, chiliflakes, minced onion flakes, lemon juice, big pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes and then remove from the heat.
- Carefully spoon or pour the oil mixture over the burrata.
- Top with the parmesan cheese and walnuts mixture. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with crispy baguette.
Notes
- Store leftover burrata in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Reheat burrata lightly in a preheated oven turned off at 400°F for 2-3 minutes to warm gently.
- Leftover burrata can also be sliced for use in wraps, salads, or sandwiches without reheating.
- Try seasonal fruit additions such as chopped peaches or tomatoes in spring/summer, or fresh figs in fall/winter for variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 420 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 420kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.2g | 4% |
| Protein | 13.3g | 27% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23.6g | 118% |
| Cholesterol | 8.7mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 937.3mg | 39% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% |
| Sugar | 2.8g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.