🧀 Burrata with Roasted Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes

⏱️ Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Servings: 2

🧾 Ingredients

Main

• 1 large burrata cheese (200–250g)
• 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
• 150g (1 cup) cherry tomatoes

Flavor & Garnish

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp pine nuts
• Fresh basil leaves
• Salt & black pepper

Optional Enhancements

• 1 tsp balsamic glaze
• Lemon zest or juice
• Parmesan shavings

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Roast the Vegetables

• Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
• Toss asparagus + cherry tomatoes with:
  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper
• Roast for 12–15 minutes until:
  • asparagus is tender
  • tomatoes are slightly blistered

2. Toast Pine Nuts

• Heat a dry pan over medium heat
• Toast pine nuts for 2–3 minutes until golden

👉 Watch carefully — they burn fast

3. Assemble the Plate

• Arrange roasted asparagus on a plate
• Scatter cherry tomatoes around
• Place burrata in the center

4. Finish

• Drizzle olive oil on top
• Sprinkle:
  • pine nuts
  • black pepper
  • fresh basil
• Optional:
  • balsamic glaze
  • lemon zest

🍽️ Final Taste

• Burrata: creamy, milky, rich
• Asparagus: fresh, slightly crisp
• Tomatoes: sweet & juicy
• Pine nuts: nutty crunch

👉 Balance = light but still luxurious

💡 Pro Tips

• Use room temperature burrata → creamier texture
• Don’t over-roast asparagus (keep slight crunch)
• Add a pinch of flaky salt on top for restaurant finish

🔥 Variations

• Add prosciutto for a savory boost
• Replace asparagus with zucchini or grilled eggplant
• Add toasted bread → turn into a full meal
• Drizzle honey for sweet contrast

🍴 Serving Ideas

• Serve as appetizer or light lunch
• Pair with white wine or sparkling water
• Best eaten immediately

👉 Real talk:
This is the kind of dish that looks simple but can easily be sold as a premium starter in cafés or fine dining menus 😏