Description
Burrata Balls: An elegant and festive appetizer featuring creamy burrata cheese adorned with vibrant pomegranate seeds, crunchy pistachios, fresh mint, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze and extra-virgin olive oil, finished with flaky sea salt. Perfect for impressing guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Burrata Balls
- 6 Burrata balls
Toppings and Garnishes
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
- Warm bread or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Arrange Burrata: Place the burrata balls evenly on a serving platter, spacing them slightly apart.
- Add Pomegranate and Pistachios: Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds and roughly chopped pistachios generously over the burrata balls and around the platter for color and texture contrast.
- Drizzle Oils and Glaze: Gently drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over each burrata ball to add richness and a sweet tang.
- Garnish with Mint and Salt: Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh mint leaves over the dish and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt to enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Serve immediately alongside warm bread or crackers to enjoy the fresh, creamy textures and vibrant flavors at their best.
Notes
- For the freshest flavor, assemble the dish just before serving to maintain texture and temperature.
- If burrata is unavailable, fresh mozzarella is a good substitute though it is less creamy.
- Enhance the festive appearance by adding extra garnishes such as rosemary sprigs for aroma and decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrata ball with toppings
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
