Mediterranean Creamy Burrata Tapas Board Recipe
A delightful Mediterranean creamy burrata tapas board featuring fresh burrata cheese surrounded by a colorful assortment of cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and toasted pine nuts, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Perfect for sharing as an appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assemble
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ball of burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup green olives
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh arugula
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
For Drizzling
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Burrata Base: Place the whole ball of burrata cheese in the center of a large serving board to be the star of your tapas.
- Arrange the Vegetables and Olives: Around the burrata, neatly arrange the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced roasted red peppers, Kalamata and green olives, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, creating a vibrant and colorful presentation.
- Add Fresh Greens and Nuts: Scatter fresh basil leaves and arugula around the cheese and vegetables, then sprinkle with toasted pine nuts for a nutty crunch and aromatic touch.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil and Balsamic Glaze: Lightly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the entire board to add richness and a slight sweetness, enhancing the Mediterranean flavors.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the tapas board right away with crusty slices of bread or crackers for an easy and elegant appetizer that invites sharing.
Notes
- Use fresh burrata cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- To toast pine nuts, lightly heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- You can substitute crusty bread with gluten-free crackers if desired.
- For an added flavor boost, sprinkle some freshly cracked black pepper over the board before serving.
- This tapas board is best enjoyed fresh, as the burrata and greens can lose their texture if prepared too far in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the board
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, burrata, tapas board, appetizer, cheese board, cherry tomatoes, olives, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, arugula, pine nuts