Description
Burrata Sandwich with Mortadella & Pistachio Pesto is an indulgent culinary experience that brings the flavors of Italy to your plate. Creamy burrata cheese, savory mortadella, and nutty pistachio pesto are layered between crispy, toasted bread for a deliciously satisfying meal. Perfect for brunch or casual get-togethers, this sandwich is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz fresh burrata cheese
- 4 oz high-quality mortadella slices
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 crusty ciabatta or sourdough rolls
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a food processor, blend pistachios, basil, garlic, and olive oil until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Slice the bread in half, drizzle with olive oil, and toast in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Spread a generous layer of pistachio pesto on each slice of toasted bread.
- Layer on mortadella slices followed by dollops of burrata.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired, season with salt and pepper, and cap with the other slice of bread.
- Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (195g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg