Description
This Pear with Walnut Burrata Tapas Platter is a delightful combination of sweet pears, creamy burrata cheese, crunchy walnuts, and fresh arugula, drizzled with honey and served with crackers or baguette slices. Perfect for a light and elegant appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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For the Platter:
- 2 ripe but firm pears, sliced
- 2 balls burrata cheese (about 8 oz / 225g total)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp honey or hot honey
- 1 small handful fresh arugula
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Cracked black pepper
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Pears: Wash and thinly slice the pears, leaving the skin on for color and texture.
- Toast the Walnuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
- Arrange the Platter: On a serving board, place the burrata in the center. Surround with pear slices, toasted walnuts, and arugula. Drizzle honey over the burrata and pears. Sprinkle lemon zest and optional thyme or cracked black pepper.
- Serve with Bread: Add crackers or sliced baguette around the platter for scooping and pairing.
- Optional Finish: Lightly drizzle balsamic glaze for extra depth and sweetness if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Assembling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
