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Zesty Italian Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Tart with Basil Pesto

Name: Zesty Italian Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Tart with Basil Pesto
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups, plus extra for dusting; Unsalted butter, 1/2 cup, chilled and cubed; Salt, 1/4 tsp; Cold water, 3-5 tbsp; Heirloom tomatoes, 4 large, assorted colors, sliced; Burrata cheese, 2 balls, drained and torn into pieces; Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Fresh basil leaves, 2 cups, packed; Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup, grated; Pine nuts, 1/4 cup, toasted; Garlic, 2 cloves, peeled; Olive oil, 1/2 cup; Salt, to taste; Lemon juice, 1 tbsp; Fresh basil leaves, to taste; Cracked black pepper, to taste

This vibrant tart combines the creamy texture of burrata with the flavorful zest of heirloom tomatoes, complemented by a fragrant basil pesto.

4.8(627 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 4, 2026

Zesty Italian Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Tart with Basil Pesto — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Tart Crust

For the Tomato and Burrata Filling

For the Basil Pesto

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 745 kcal
Protein: 16.5 g
Carbs: 46.75 g
Fat: 56 g
Fiber: 4 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2981 kcal
Protein: 66 g
Carbs: 187 g
Fat: 224 g
Fiber: 16 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups, plus extra for dusting	683	18	142	2	6
Unsalted butter 1/2 cup, chilled and cubed	814	1	0	92	0
Salt 1/4 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Cold water 3-5 tbsp	0	0	0	0	0
Heirloom tomatoes 4 large, assorted colors, sliced	120	6	26	1	8
Burrata cheese 2 balls, drained and torn into pieces	300	15	6	24	0
Olive oil 1 tbsp	119	0	0	14	0
Fresh basil leaves 2 cups, packed	10	1	2	0	1
Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup, grated	216	21	3	14	0
Pine nuts 1/4 cup, toasted	229	4	5	23	1
Garlic 2 cloves, peeled	9	0	2	0	0
Olive oil 1/2 cup	477	0	0	54	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Lemon juice 1 tbsp	4	0	1	0	0
Fresh basil leaves to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Cracked black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Tomatoes

1
Arrange Tomatoes
Arrange sliced heirloom tomatoes on a large plate.
2
Drizzle and Season
Drizzle with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt.
3
Rest Tomatoes
Let sit for 20 minutes to enhance flavors.

Preparing the Tart Crust

1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
Tip: Do not overhandle the dough to keep it light and flaky.
2
Cut in Butter
Cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Form the Dough
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
Tip: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for easier rolling and better texture.

How to Make Zesty Italian Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Tart with Basil Pesto

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Crust Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a tart pan. Prick the base with a fork.
2
Blind Baking
Line the crust with parchment paper; fill with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
3
Pesto Preparation
Blend basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic in a processor, adding olive oil gradually until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and salt to taste.