Burrata Sandwich

This burrata sandwich is the sandwich of your dreams! Sink your teeth into this creamy, rich cheese paired with fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and a smoky sundried tomato aioli on ciabatta bread. It’s a no cook meal that will impress anyone!

Burrata Sandwich

Why we love this recipe

Burrata cheese is one of Alex and my top taste treats of all time. Fresh mozzarella cheese with an ooey gooey center: what could be better? (Literally.) So here’s a next-level sandwich we designed around our favorite Italian ingredient.

This sandwich has got rich and creamy burrata cheese paired with a sweet ripe tomato, spicy pepperoncini, peppery arugula and basil. Slather the ciabatta bread with smoky sundried tomato aioli and add a drizzle of honey and wow. The contrast of flavors and textures makes us swoon on every bite! It’s the perfect summer dinner idea for meals al fresco with a glass of rosé.

Ingredients for this burrata sandwich

There are many ways to make a burrata sandwich, like pairing this creamy cheese with grilled vegetables or tomato confit. For our version, we like to keep it simple and no cook! Pair the cheese with simple, quality ingredients and flavor and texture contrasts to make the cheese shine. Here’s what we used:

  • Burrata cheese: Burrata is an Italian fresh mozzarella cheese filled with cream and cheese shreds. Tear it into pieces when adding it to a sandwich.
  • Ciabatta bread: You can use any type of artisan bread for this sandwich. Ciabatta works well, but you could also use no knead bread, sourdough bread, or focaccia bread.
  • Smoky sun dried tomato aioli: This homemade sundried tomato aioli takes the sandwich to a next level, made with mayo, sundried tomatoes, and smoked paprika.
  • Basil and arugula: Fresh basil and arugula add herbaceous, peppery notes. If you can’t find one or the other, you can omit. Sometimes we like dressing the arugula with a hint of olive oil and salt.
  • Honey: Honey adds a sweet element that adds intrigue to the flavors.
  • Ripe tomato: A ripe tomato is key for bringing this sandwich together.
  • Pepperoncini: Jarred pepperoncini add a tangy, spicy element to this sandwich that we think is essential. As a substitute, try chopped olives or tapenade.
Burrata Sandwich Ingredients

Where to find burrata?

Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream. It has a soft, creamy center and a delicate mozzarella shell. You can typically find it in the specialty cheese section of most grocery stores or at Italian markets.

Variations: more sandwich spread ideas

We love this burrata sandwich with our homemade smoky sun dried tomato aioli. But it also works with many other types of spreads. Here are a few ideas:

  • Aioli: Any type of aioli works well here. Try garlic aioli, basil aioli, or our favorite pesto aioli or truffle aioli.
  • Mayonnaise: To simplify, use any type of high quality mayonnaise.
  • Tapenade: The classic French olive tapenade spread of chopped olives also adds great flavor.
  • Olive salad: This olive salad recipe is traditionally used on a muffaletta sandwich, but it works well here.
Burrata Sandwich with hands.

Storing leftovers

This burrata sandwich is best freshly made. The sun dried tomato aioli can be made up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated.

You can store leftover bread, aioli, and vegetables separately in containers in the refrigerator, but make sure to eat any leftover burrata cheese within 1 day.

More burrata recipes

There are so many great ways to use this Italian cheese! Some of our favorite burrata recipes are a peach burrata salad, a simple salad with ripe fruit, burrata pasta, a deliciously creamy dinner, and burrata pizza, an over-the-top pizza night sensation.

Dietary notes

This burrata sandwich recipe is vegetarian. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.

Frequently asked questions

What can I substitute for burrata?

If you can’t find burrata, fresh mozzarella is a good substitute. You could also use a combination of fresh mozzarella and ricotta cheese for a similar creamy texture.

Can I use different herbs?

Absolutely! Experiment with different herbs like mint, thyme, tarragon, or chives to create your own unique flavor combinations.

How do I store leftover sandwich ingredients?

Store leftover bread, aioli, and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The burrata should be consumed the same day for optimal freshness.

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Burrata Sandwich with hands.

Burrata Sandwich

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  • Author: Sonja Overhiser
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches
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This burrata sandwich is the sandwich of your dreams! Sink your teeth into this creamy, rich cheese paired with fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and a smoky sundried tomato aioli on ciabatta bread. It’s a delicious no cook meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 large ciabatta bread (12 inches long) or 2 small rolls (6 inches long)
  • 1 ball burrata cheese
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup chopped sundried tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 pinches smoked salt (or salt)
  • 1 large handful basil
  • 1 large handful arugula
  • Honey
  • 1 large ripe tomato, sliced
  • 1 handful jarred pepperoncini

Instructions

  1. Cut bread into a 6-inch wide piece (making 2 sandwiches), then slice each in half. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a cast iron pan or skillet over medium heat and add the ciabatta bread, interior side facing down. Toast for 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt.
  2. To make the sundried tomato aioli, stir together the mayonnaise, chopped sundried tomatoes, smoked paprika, and smoked salt.
  3. To build the sandwich, for each sandwich spread both cut sides of the bread with the aioli. Add pepperoncini, then tomato slices (topped with a pinch of salt or smoked salt), torn burrata cheese, a drizzle of honey, basil leaves, 1 handful of arugula, and the other piece of bread. This sandwich is best freshly made. Aioli can be made up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated.
  • Category: Main dish
  • Method: No cook
  • Cuisine: Sandwich
  • Diet: Vegetarian


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July 31, 2024 at 09:30AM

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