Tomato Burrata Toast (Print Version)

A fresh mix of juicy tomatoes, creamy burrata, and basil on crisp sourdough with olive oil and spices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 2 large slices sourdough bread

→ Toppings

02 - 1 ball (4.4 oz) fresh burrata cheese
03 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 garlic clove, halved
06 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - 6–8 fresh basil leaves, torn
09 - 1 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Toast the sourdough slices in a toaster or on a grill pan until golden and crisp.
02 - Rub one side of each warm toast with the cut side of the garlic clove.
03 - Drizzle each toast with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
04 - Arrange the tomato slices over the toasts, overlapping slightly, then season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Gently tear the burrata and spoon half over each toast.
06 - Top with torn basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while the bread is warm and burrata remains creamy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours preparing breakfast when it actually takes less time than brewing coffee.
  • The creamy burrata against crispy bread is pure textural magic, and you'll find yourself making it again and again.
  • Fresh, vibrant ingredients that make you feel good about what you're eating first thing in the morning.
02 -
  • Cold burrata melts differently than room-temperature burrata, so take it out of the fridge about five minutes before assembling so it's soft and creamy rather than stiff.
  • The tomatoes should be ripe and flavorful—a mealy off-season tomato will ruin the whole thing, so choose your moment or skip this dish if you can't find good ones.
03 -
  • Toast your bread while the burrata is still in the fridge so you can assemble everything at peak temperature—warm bread, cool creamy cheese.
  • If you find yourself making this weekly, befriend your local cheesemonger or farmers market vendor so you always have access to excellent burrata and tomatoes.
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