Description
A stunning no-cook entertaining board featuring pillowy burrata, jewel-toned heirloom tomatoes, and a vibrant homemade basil pesto drizzle—elegant, effortless, and endlessly impressive.
Ingredients
2 balls fresh burrata (4 oz each)
1.5 lbs heirloom tomatoes, mixed colors and sizes, sliced or halved
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup Parmesan, freshly grated
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Flaky sea salt, for finishing
Crostini or crusty bread, for serving
Optional: prosciutto, olives, roasted peppers
Instructions
1. Make the basil pesto: blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan in a food processor. Stream in olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Arrange heirloom tomatoes across a large board or platter, varying colors and cuts for visual impact.
3. Nestle the burrata balls in the center of the board, tearing one open slightly to reveal the creamy interior.
4. Drizzle pesto generously over the burrata and tomatoes.
5. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, a thread of olive oil, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
6. Scatter fresh basil leaves across the board.
7. Add crostini, bread, and any optional accompaniments around the edges.
8. Serve immediately at room temperature.
Notes
Use the ripest, most colorful heirloom tomatoes you can find—flavor is everything here.
Burrata is best served at room temperature; remove from fridge 20–30 minutes before assembling.
Store-bought pesto works in a pinch, but homemade takes this board to another level.
Add prosciutto or salami for a heartier spread.
Assemble no more than 30 minutes before serving to keep everything fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer / Entertaining
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian