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Fresh Burrata Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Recipe with Easy Basil Oil Drizzle

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A quick and elegant appetizer featuring creamy burrata stuffed into ripe cherry tomatoes, finished with a fragrant basil oil drizzle. Perfect for entertaining or a light snack.

Ingredients

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  • 20 medium-sized cherry tomatoes, firm and ripe
  • 8 ounces fresh burrata cheese
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, peeled (optional)
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Zest of 1 small lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp paring knife, slice off the tops (about 1/4 inch) and carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp with a small spoon or melon baller. Set them upside down on a paper towel to drain excess moisture.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, garlic clove, and lemon zest if using. Blend until smooth but still vibrant green. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Add more olive oil if a thinner consistency is desired.
  3. Tear or gently pull small pieces of burrata cheese and fill each hollow tomato until slightly overflowing.
  4. Arrange the stuffed tomatoes on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the fresh basil oil. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
  5. Optionally, garnish with whole basil leaves or microgreens for color and freshness.

Notes

Chill tomatoes for 10 minutes before stuffing if they seem too juicy or soft. Basil oil can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge; bring to room temperature before drizzling. Use flaky sea salt on the finished dish to keep basil fresh. Prepare tomatoes and basil oil first, then stuff just before serving to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: burrata, cherry tomatoes, basil oil, appetizer, easy recipe, fresh, vegetarian, snack

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