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Red White & Pickled Blueberry Burrata

Delicious Red White & Pickled Blueberry Burrata for Summer Fun

Enjoy the vibrant Red White & Pickled Blueberry Burrata, perfect for summer gatherings and festive celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pickling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Pickling Solution
  • 1 cup Warm Water Can substitute with room temperature water.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt may be substituted.
  • ½ cup White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a pleasant substitute.
Main Dish
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh is preferred, but frozen can work.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Any small tomatoes are great options.
  • 1 tablespoon Flake Salt Can be replaced with sea salt or kosher salt.
  • 8 ounces Burrata Use fresh, high-quality burrata.
  • Fresh Basil Leaves Fresh Basil Leaves Alternatives like peppermint or arugula can be used.
  • 1 Baguette Baguette Can be substituted with crackers or gluten-free bread.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Serving Plate
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Warm 1 cup of warm water, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of salt, stir until dissolved, then mix in ½ cup of white vinegar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes and let cool.
  2. Add 1 cup of blueberries to the cooled pickling solution. Stir gently to submerge and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, and cook until bursting (5-7 minutes), seasoning to taste.
  4. Place 8 ounces of burrata on a serving plate, cut open if desired, and invite guests to enjoy.
  5. Spoon cooked tomatoes over the burrata, add pickled blueberries with some pickling liquid.
  6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the dish, sprinkle with flake salt, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  7. Toast slices of baguette until golden brown (about 5 minutes at 400°F), and serve alongside the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be prepared ahead of time with ingredients kept separate until serving.

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