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Perfect Aperitivo Italian Summer Antipasto Board with Burrata Mortadella

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A quick and easy Italian summer antipasto board featuring creamy burrata, delicate mortadella, fresh basil, and vibrant accompaniments. Perfect for casual entertaining or a light indulgent snack.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) Burrata Cheese, fresh and creamy
  • 6 oz (170 g) Mortadella, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (150 g) Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) Kalamata Olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) Marinated Artichoke Hearts
  • A handful Fresh Basil Leaves, torn
  • 1 small baguette or ciabatta, sliced and toasted
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Glaze (optional, for drizzling)
  • Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice the baguette or ciabatta into roughly 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick pieces. Toast them in a toaster or under the oven broiler for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp but still chewy inside.
  2. Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Tear the fresh basil leaves into bite-size pieces. Drain the marinated artichoke hearts to remove excess liquid.
  3. Place the burrata in the center of your serving board. Surround it with delicate folds of mortadella slices, creating little mounds for easy grabbing. Distribute the halved tomatoes and artichoke hearts evenly around the board. Add small bowls filled with Kalamata olives to one corner.
  4. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the tomatoes and artichokes, then sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Scatter torn basil leaves across the platter. Optionally, drizzle balsamic glaze lightly over the burrata and tomatoes.
  5. Add toasted bread slices around the edges or in a separate basket. Set out small spreaders or knives for the cheese and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
  6. Let the burrata sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving for best creaminess and flavor.

Notes

Let burrata sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for optimal creaminess. Toast bread just before serving to keep it crisp. Drain artichokes well to avoid sogginess. Optionally drizzle balsamic glaze for added sweetness. For gluten-free, substitute bread with gluten-free crackers or veggies. For dairy-free, use plant-based mozzarella alternative and replace mortadella with grilled veggies or marinated tofu.

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Keywords: aperitivo, antipasto board, burrata, mortadella, Italian appetizer, summer recipe, easy entertaining, cheese board

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