Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata Recipe
This Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata is a colorful, elegant appetizer featuring smoky-sweet peppers, creamy burrata, fragrant herbs, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s an easy dish that’s perfect for entertaining, light lunches, or sharing as part of an appetizer spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Toasted crusty bread or crostini, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan, cast-iron skillet, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
- Toss the baby bell peppers with the olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the peppers for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred on all sides.
- Transfer the warm peppers to a serving platter.
- Place the burrata in the center of the platter, allowing it to soften slightly from the warmth of the peppers.
- Drizzle the peppers and burrata with balsamic glaze.
- Sprinkle with chopped basil, fresh thyme if using, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately with toasted crusty bread or crostini.
Notes
- Add grilled asparagus or zucchini for extra vegetables.
- Top with toasted pine nuts or chopped pistachios for added crunch.
- Substitute fresh mozzarella or whipped ricotta for the burrata if preferred.
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Add prosciutto or thinly sliced salami for a heartier appetizer.
- Store the peppers and burrata separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and assemble just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
