Spring is all about fresh, vibrant ingredients, and nothing captures the season better than asparagus toast topped with creamy burrata. This burrata toast recipe features crispy sourdough, roasted garlic confit, and tender asparagus for a light yet satisfying dish that works for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick appetizer. Whether you’re a fan of burrata on toast or trying it for the first time, this recipe is simple, flavorful, and packed with seasonal goodness.
What is Burrata Cheese?
Burrata is an Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream, giving it a soft, buttery texture. Unlike traditional mozzarella, burrata has a firm outer shell and a creamy, almost ricotta-like center. It’s perfect for spreading on crispy bread and pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil.
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Why Use Burrata for Toast?
Ingredients for Burrata Toast
Each ingredient in this burrata toast recipe was carefully chosen for both flavor and health benefits:
Optional Toppings for Extra Flavor
How to Make Burrata Toast
Step 1: Roast the Garlic and Asparagus
Roasting garlic in olive oil transforms it into a smooth, buttery spread that intensifies the flavor of the toast. At the same time, the asparagus caramelizes slightly, bringing out its natural sweetness.
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with sea salt.
In a small ramekin, cover the peeled garlic cloves with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
Roast both for 30 minutes until the garlic is soft and golden, and the asparagus is tender.
Step 2: Toast the Bread
A crispy base is key for asparagus toast. You can use a toaster, but for the best texture:
Place sourdough slices under a broiler for 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Let the toast cool slightly before assembling.
Step 3: Mash The Roasted Garlic
Once the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, use a fork to mash it into a paste. Spread it generously over each slice of toast. This adds a rich, mellow garlic flavor that perfectly complements the burrata.
Step 4: Assemble the Burrata Toast
Pat the burrata dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Break each burrata ball in half and gently spread it over the garlic toast.
Chop the roasted asparagus into bite-sized pieces and arrange on top.
Drizzle any leftover garlic-infused olive oil over everything.
Add any optional toppings like radish, mint, or prosciutto for extra texture and flavor.
Step 5: Enjoy Immediately!
This burrata on toast is best served fresh while the cheese is creamy and the toast is still crisp.
How to Store Leftover Burrata Toast
Since burrata has a high moisture content, it’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can store components separately to assemble later:
- Burrata: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Do not freeze.
- Toasted bread: Store in a paper bag or airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature. Re-toast before serving.
- Roasted garlic & asparagus: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Pro Tip: If you need to revive your toast, pop it in the oven for 5 minutes at 350°F to warm everything up before adding fresh burrata!
Final Thoughts
This Spring Burrata Toast is the perfect way to enjoy seasonal ingredients in a simple yet indulgent dish. Whether you’re making it for a quick lunch or a springtime brunch, the combination of burrata on toast with roasted garlic and asparagus is guaranteed to impress.
Try it today, and let me know your favorite toppings!
More Spring-Inspired Recipes
If you love asparagus on toast, try these other springtime favorites:
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Spring Burrata Toast with Roasted Garlic & Asparagus
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 15 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more to drizzle on asparagus
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 pound asparagus, woody ends removed
Optional Toppings
- 1 yellow radish, peeled and sliced thin
- mint leaves
- snap peas or spring peas (with the pod removed)
- prosciutto (not pictured, but tastes AMAZING with this ingredient on top)
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Prepare the asparagus & garlic: Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Place the garlic cloves in a small ramekin and pour in enough olive oil to cover them (about 2 tbsp). Add a pinch of sea salt. Place the ramekin on the baking sheet with the asparagus and roast for 30 minutes. Once done, set aside.
- Toast the bread: Use a toaster or place the bread on a baking sheet under the broiler for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Mash the garlic: When cool enough to handle, use a fork to mash the roasted garlic cloves into a paste. Spread it onto each slice of toast.
- Assemble the toast: Pat the burrata dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, then break each ball in half and spread evenly over the toast. Cut the roasted asparagus into bite-sized pieces and place on top. Drizzle with any leftover garlic oil and add any optional toppings—yellow radish, snap peas, mint, and prosciutto are especially delicious!
- Enjoy immediately!
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