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Mediterranean Burrata and Pita Grazing Board Recipe

Mediterranean Burrata and Pita Grazing Board Recipe
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This Mediterranean Burrata and Pita Grazing Board is a vibrant and shareable mezze-style platter featuring creamy burrata cheese surrounded by fresh pita wedges, colorful vegetables, olives, and flavorful dips. Perfect for entertaining or a light meal, it combines rich textures and zesty Mediterranean flavors with a simple drizzle of olive oil, balsamic glaze, and honey.

Ingredients

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For the Board

  • 2 balls burrata cheese
  • 4 pita breads, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1/4 cup artichoke hearts
  • 1/4 cup hummus

For the Drizzle & Seasoning

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon za’atar
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh basil
  • Fresh parsley
  • Fresh mint

Instructions

  1. Arrange the Burrata: Place the 2 balls of burrata cheese in the center of a large serving board to be the focal point of the dish.
  2. Prepare the Board: Arrange the pita bread wedges, halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, and hummus around the burrata to create a colorful and appealing presentation.
  3. Make the Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze, and 1 teaspoon honey until well combined and smooth.
  4. Drizzle and Season: Pour the prepared olive oil mixture evenly over the burrata cheese and the surrounding ingredients on the board.
  5. Add Spices: Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon za’atar, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, and season with salt and black pepper to taste over the entire board for an extra layer of flavor.
  6. Garnish: Finish by garnishing with fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, and mint to enhance aroma and presentation.
  7. Serve: Serve the board immediately as a shareable mezze-style platter perfect for appetizers or light gatherings.

Notes

  • Use fresh burrata cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
  • Pita bread wedges can be toasted lightly if a crispier texture is preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your spice tolerance.
  • The honey in the drizzle can be omitted or replaced with agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • Feel free to add additional veggies or dips such as tzatziki or baba ganoush for variety.

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Keywords: Mediterranean, Burrata, Pita, Grazing Board, Mezze, Vegetarian, Appetizer, Easy, Healthy

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