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15. Burrata with Blood Orange, Fennel, and Olives

15. Burrata with Blood Orange, Fennel, and Olives

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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A vibrant and elegant appetizer featuring creamy burrata paired with sweet blood oranges, crisp fennel, briny olives, and a bright shallot vinaigrette.

Ingredients

  • 1 large, high-quality burrata cheese (about 8 oz / 225g)
  • 2 medium blood oranges
  • 1 medium fennel bulb (fronds reserved)
  • 1/3 cup mixed olives (such as Castelvetrano and Kalamata), pitted
  • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
  • Fresh mint or basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the shallot, red wine vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 5 minutes. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season with black pepper.
  2. Prepare the salad: Using a sharp knife, cut the top and bottom off the blood oranges. Place cut-side down and slice away the peel and pith. Cut the oranges into thin rounds or segments (supremes).
  3. Trim the fennel bulb and slice it very thinly, preferably on a mandoline. Roughly chop about 1 tablespoon of the reserved fennel fronds.
  4. Assemble: On a large plate or platter, arrange the blood orange slices and fennel. Scatter the olives over the top.
  5. Place the burrata in the center. Gently tear it open slightly.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the salad and burrata. Garnish with the chopped fennel fronds and fresh mint or basil leaves. Finish with a flaky sea salt and extra black pepper.
  7. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the dressed oranges, fennel, and shallots sit for 5-10 minutes before adding the burrata to allow the flavors to meld. If blood oranges are unavailable, regular navel oranges or cara cara oranges make a good substitute. Ensure all components are cold for the most refreshing contrast with the creamy cheese.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 101
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 151
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 0
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 13

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