Thankfully, it's time again for summer appetizers, like this bruschetta with burrata and peach! Bruschetta is a classic Italian dish of grilled bread drizzled with olive oil. It's often served with a topping of tomato and basil, but there are also sweet variations, as in this recipe with burrata and peach.
Bruschetta with burrata and peach
20 minutes
Recipe for bruschetta
In this recipe you combine burrata, an Italian cheese known for its soft, creamy interior, and with the sweet taste of peach. Together, this is a simple but tasty combination that goes well on a vegetarian drinks board or as an easy appetizer.
Italian bruschetta
The secret to this bruschetta is, of course, the amazing burrata, because - let's be honest - who doesn't love it? This cheese, from the Puglia region of Italy, is known for its soft creamy texture. The combination of peach, olive oil and basil make you think you are already sitting on an Italian terrace in the sun. So this dish is great to share with family or friends as a veggie appetizer.
Italian appetizer with burrata
This appetizer basically consists of crispy bruschetta, which you easily make with baguette or leftover old bread. Other than that, you only need a few ingredients, namely burrata, peach, honey or agave syrup and fresh basil. It is a good example of how Italian cuisine can create gourmet delights with just a few high-quality ingredients. Delicious as a light snack to accompany drinks, or as a summer side dish, for example with the barbecue.
More bruschetta recipes
You can vary endlessly with bruschetta! For example, make a less sweet version by replacing the peach with this bruschetta with burrata and pomegranate. Or go for a real classic bruschetta with tomato, basil and garlic. If you're looking for even more inspiration for appetizers, be sure to check out this crostini with Parmesan cheese and pear.
What you need:
1 ciabatta baguette
1 bulb of burrata
2 peaches
1 tbsp. honey or agave syrup
two handfuls of fresh basil
olive oil
salt and pepper
12 pieces
What to do:
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and line a baking sheet with baking paper.
2
Cut the baguette into diagonal slices and drizzle with olive oil. Slide into the oven for 10 minutes to toast. Keep a close eye on them as this can go very quickly.
3
Cut the peaches into small cubes. Finely chop the basil. Keep a few leaves for garnish. Put the peach and basil together with the honey and a generous pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl and mix.
4
Divide the burrata among the baguettes and top with the peach mixture, a basil leaf and some pepper.
5
Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
