Burrata with Roasted Plums, Pistachios & Thyme
Burrata with Roasted Plums, Pistachios & Thyme is a delightful appetizer that beautifully marries creamy burrata cheese with sweet, caramelized plums, crunchy pistachios, and aromatic thyme. This dish is not only visually stunning but also offers a perfect balance of flavors, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or elegant dinners. In just 25 minutes, you can impress your guests with this simple yet sophisticated recipe. Serve it alongside toasted sourdough or artisan crackers for a delightful experience that captures the essence of seasonal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large burrata ball (or 2 small)
- 4–5 ripe plums, halved and pitted
- ½ cup pistachios, chopped
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves only)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange halved plums cut-side up on a lined baking tray and drizzle with olive oil and honey if desired.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- Allow the roasted plums to cool slightly before serving.
- Place the burrata in the center of a serving plate, spoon the roasted plums around it, allowing juices to drizzle across the dish.
- Top with chopped pistachios and thyme leaves, then drizzle with more olive oil and season with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately with toasted sourdough or artisan crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Half of the dish (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg