Description
Rustic flatbread featuring plums and burrata celebrates Mediterranean flavors with elegant simplicity. Fresh arugula and balsamic glaze complete this delightful dish that welcomes you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 naan flatbreads
- 8 oz (226 g) burrata cheese (2 4-oz balls)
- 4 ripe plums (or fruit of choice), pitted and sliced
- 2 tbsps olive oil, for brushing
- 2 tbsps balsamic glaze
- 1 handful fresh baby arugula
- 3–4 large basil leaves, torn
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high, creating a searing surface for transforming naan into a crispy, smoky foundation.
- Naan Preparation: Lightly coat both sides of naan with olive oil to encourage golden-brown caramelization and enhance flavor development.
- Grilling Process: Place naan on heated surface, using a weighted object like a foil-wrapped brick to create defined grill marks. Toast for 2-4 minutes, rotating midway to ensure uniform crispness and complete heating.
- Topping Assembly: Transfer grilled naan to serving plate and immediately layer with rustic burrata chunks, creating a creamy base for subsequent ingredients.
- Fruit and Herb Layering: Arrange thinly sliced plums strategically over burrata, then generously scatter baby arugula and torn basil leaves to introduce vibrant color and peppery undertones.
- Flavor Enhancement: Drizzle balsamic glaze in elegant swirls across the flatbread, then garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the overall flavor complexity and visual appeal.
Notes
- Grill with Precision: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve perfect crispy naan without burning, ensuring golden-brown caramelization and distinct char lines.
- Cheese Handling Tip: Break burrata at room temperature for smoother spreading and more luxurious texture, allowing its creamy center to melt slightly on warm flatbread.
- Plum Selection Strategy: Choose ripe but firm plums for clean slicing and optimal flavor balance, avoiding overly soft or underripe fruits that can compromise the dish’s texture.
- Balsamic Drizzle Technique: Apply balsamic glaze sparingly and in elegant swirls to enhance flavor without overwhelming the delicate ingredients, creating a visually stunning and balanced presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg