Lemon Basil Burrata With Garlic Toasts
Crunchy garlic toasts smeared with an olive oil and lemon-basil infused creamy burrata. This is the buttery, Italian cheese that dreams are made of!
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As we embrace the warmer days, there’s no better way to celebrate the season’s fresh produce than with a dish that marries vibrant flavors of lemon and basil with creamy burrata cheese. Enter this Lemon Basil Burrata with Garlic Toast – this dish elevates classic burrata to new heights, infusing it with zesty bright lemon, fragrant basil, and crunchy toasted garlic bread slices.
Ingredient Notes
Burrata Cheese: The star of our dish, burrata is a luxurious Italian cheese known for its creamy interior. Opt for the freshest burrata you can find for the best flavor and texture. Most grocers sell it, not all though. My local Raley’s and Trader Joe’s both carry it. It can be found next to the mozzarella cheese and comes in a container with a salted brine. Or let Amazon Fresh deliver it to your door.
Lemon Zest and Juice: Fresh lemon zest and juice adds a bright, citrusy note that perfectly balances the richness of the burrata.
Fresh Basil: Fragrant basil leaves lend a touch of herbaceous freshness that remind us what summer is all about.
Garlic: For the garlic toast, use fresh garlic sliced in half and rub all over the toasts before toasting in the oven.
Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil brings a robust flavor. A few of my favorite are Garcia De La Cruz, Brightland, and Kosterina.
Baguette: Choose a high-quality baguette with a crusty exterior and a soft interior. Slice it evenly to ensure that each piece of toast crisps up beautifully.
To Make These Lemon Basil Burrata Garlic Toasts:
Lay the bread slices onto a baking sheet and drizzle them with a little olive oil. Next, rub them with garlic and place into the oven. Bake until they are lightly toasted.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, sliced basil, lemon juice and lemon zest.
Place the burrata cheese into a separate bowl. Use a knife to cut the burrata open.
Pour the lemon basil infused olive oil over the burrata cheese. Serve with garlic toasts.
Still looking for a delicious appetizer? Check these out:
Peach, Burrata, And Proscitto Toast
Strawberry Balsamic Basil Brie
If you make this Lemon Basil Burrata With Garlic Toasts, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I’d love to hear what you think about it, or better yet, see what you’re cooking! Tag me on Instagram, @fettysfoodblog with your creation.
Lemon Basil Burrata With Garlic Toasts
Ingredients
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil sliced
- 1 lemon zested and squeezed
- 1 baguette sliced
- 1 clove garlic halved
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Place the baguette slices onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and rub with garlic. Place into the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until slightly golden around the edges.
- Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, basil, lemon zest and juice in a small bowl.
- Place burrata cheese in a small/medium serving bowl and slice open with a knife. Pour the lemon-basil olive oil mixture over the burrata. Serve with garlic toasts.
This has been devoured every time I’ve made it! Like another commented, I added a little pesto. I also made the olive oil mixture the night before. Then poured over and added a little more fresh basil at the party.
Wonderful to hear, thank you for sharing 🙂
Delicious and artistic hors d’oeuvre or light meal on a hot humid evening. Added a pinch of sea salt & placed toasted baguette around cheese. Second time time, I added a teaspoon + of Costco Basil Pesto in addition to the fresh basil.. Yummo!
Basil pesto would be absolutely delicious here! So happy it turned out well!
This was amazing!!!!!!
So happy you loved this, Anna!
You don’t want to know how many times I’ve made this. It’s quite literally an obsession
This is how you know it’s that good! 😉
This was absolutely beautiful!! Thank you 😊
So happy to hear! 🙂
This is a lovely recipe and one I will be making frequently. The only thing I changed was to but rub the garlic on the bread after toasting. It literally melts into the bread when you toast the bread first
Hi Annie! I’m so glad it was that good! That’s also a great way to get that garlic flavor on the bread 🙂
Your recipes look delicious and more importantly, EASY!
I will be following you!! I am anxious to try your Lemon Basil Burrata with garlic toast!! Yummy!!!
Hello Oralia! Thank you for following along! So glad you’re here. You are going to love this recipe. It’s a favorite on the blog. This one has lots of fresh lemon and basil flavor! Enjoy!
Hi ! Looks delish !
Do you think it’ll work with feta cheese ?
Hi Claudia! It can still work with feta cheese. I’m sure it will still be so so delicious! Just note, burrata cheese is in many ways similar to mozzarella. Feta cheese is more tart and sharp. You will end up getting a flavor profile. But like I said, I’m sure it will still be delicious! Enjoy!
looks like I need to get on your page and follow you
Sure thing! 👩🍳💜