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Fresh Heirloom Tomato Burrata Toast with Basil Oil

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A quick and easy toast recipe featuring creamy burrata, sweet heirloom tomatoes, and a fragrant homemade basil oil drizzle. Perfect for a fresh, vibrant meal or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heirloom tomatoes, sliced (mix of colors recommended)
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese
  • 4 slices rustic bread (sourdough or country loaf preferred)
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, peeled
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: zest of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the basil oil: In a blender or food processor, combine basil leaves, olive oil, garlic clove, and optional lemon zest. Blend until smooth but not watery. Add olive oil by teaspoon if too thick. Season with a pinch of sea salt and set aside.
  2. Slice the heirloom tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange on a plate or bowl. Optionally sprinkle lightly with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  3. Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp but still slightly soft inside. Use a toaster, grill pan, or skillet with a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Tear burrata into chunks and spread gently over each slice of toast.
  5. Layer the sliced heirloom tomatoes on top, overlapping slightly for presentation.
  6. Drizzle the basil oil generously over the assembled toasts. Finish with flaky sea salt, fresh basil leaves, and cracked black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately while bread is crisp and burrata is cool and creamy.

Notes

Toast bread well to prevent sogginess. Slice tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick to avoid sliding off. Basil oil is best made fresh but can be stored up to 2 days refrigerated. Burrata can be substituted with fresh mozzarella or vegan cheese alternatives. Lemon zest in basil oil adds brightness but is optional.

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Keywords: heirloom tomato toast, burrata toast, basil oil, easy brunch recipe, summer recipe, fresh tomato toast, vegetarian toast

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