Basil Pesto Burrata Recipe
A vibrant and creamy Basil Pesto Burrata appetizer featuring toasted garlic pistachio pesto atop luscious burrata balls, served with toasted baguette slices drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh herbs and flaky salt. This elegant dish combines fresh basil, parmesan, and pistachios for a unique twist on traditional pesto, perfect as a sophisticated starter or light snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pesto
- 3 garlic cloves (adjust to taste)
- Oil (enough to coat the garlic for sautéing)
- 3 tbsp pistachios
- 2 tbsp chives (roughly chopped)
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 12–14 basil leaves (roughly chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 pinch salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- ⅓ to ½ cup olive oil (start with ⅓ cup and adjust as needed)
Assembly & Serving
- 8 oz burrata balls (two 4-oz balls, drained)
- 1 baguette (sliced and toasted in olive oil)
- Honey (for drizzling)
- Additional parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- Chives (for garnish)
- Flaky salt (for finishing)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (for finishing)
- Small fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic: Peel the garlic cloves and thinly slice them. You can increase the amount if you prefer a stronger garlic flavor.
- Sauté the Garlic: Place the sliced garlic in a cold pan and coat them evenly with oil. Turn the heat to medium and sauté until the garlic turns a pale golden color. Be careful not to overcook to avoid bitterness.
- Make the Pesto: In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until smooth. Add the toasted garlic, chopped chives, grated parmesan, basil leaves, lemon zest, white balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and olive oil. Pulse until you reach a smooth but slightly textured pesto. Adjust salt and olive oil to achieve your preferred consistency and taste.
- Assemble the Burrata: Place the burrata balls on a serving plate. Generously spoon the pesto over the burrata, ensuring an even coating.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle honey over the pesto-topped burrata. Sprinkle additional parmesan, chopped chives, flaky salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and small fresh basil leaves to finish. Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices brushed with olive oil.
Notes
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your tolerance—this recipe is mild on garlic but can be intensified.
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast pistachios before adding to the food processor.
- If you prefer a thinner pesto, gradually add more olive oil until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve this dish fresh to maintain the creaminess of burrata and crispness of toasted bread.
- Leftover pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: basil pesto, burrata, appetizer, Italian, pistachio pesto, garlic, easy recipe, fresh herbs, toasted baguette, honey drizzle
Find it online: https://thefoodrecipe.com/basil-pesto-burrata-recipe/
