Smashed Burrata with Peaches
Creamy smashed burrata with peaches, candied walnuts, basil, and sweet-tangy vinaigrette come together for an easy 15-minute summer appetizer!
Servings: 8
Calories: 327kcal
Ingredients
- 8 to 12 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
- 2 to 3 peaches, sliced
- 2/3 cup chopped candied walnuts (see recipe below)
- 1/4 cup fig preserves or fig jam
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or Champagne vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- sea salt and black pepper
- 1 cup baby basil
Instructions
- 1. Arrange the burrata on a serving plate and gently tear or lightly smash it with the back of a spoon. Season with black pepper, then top with the peaches and candied walnuts.2. Whisk together the fig preserves, vinegar, and olive oil until smooth.3. Spoon the dressing over the burrata, then finish with fresh basil, flaky sea salt, and extra olive oil. Enjoy with crostini, crackers, or pretzels.
Notes
Candied Walnuts - Makes 3/4 cup
3/4 cup raw walnuts
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon maple syrup
sea salt
- Preheat the oven to 375° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the walnuts with 3 tablespoons of maple syrup and the cayenne until evenly coated. Spread onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring twice, until toasted and caramelized.
- Immediately toss the warm walnuts with the remaining 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Let cool completely before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal
