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Charred Broccolini Burrata Crostini

Crispy sourdough toasts topped with smoky broccolini, lemon-chili oil, and creamy vegetarian burrata for a crowd-friendly starter.

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By Vegetarian Recipes Kitchen · Updated

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Crostini topped with broccolini and burrata
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
6

Gather your ingredients

Everything you need.

Allergen notes

  • Check all packaged ingredients and substitutions for allergens; vegetarian or vegan labels do not establish allergen safety.

Check product labels and any substitutions; packaged ingredients can introduce additional allergens.

Let's cook

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  1. Heat a grill pan or broiler to high. Toss broccolini with 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and half the red pepper flakes.

  2. Char broccolini for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until blistered but crisp-tender; chop into bite-size pieces.

    Charred Broccolini Burrata Crostini: Char broccolini for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until blistered but crisp-tender; chop into bite-size pieces

  3. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil with lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, honey, sherry vinegar, and the remaining red pepper flakes to make a peppery lemon dressing.

    Charred Broccolini Burrata Crostini: Whisk 2 tablespoons oil with lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, honey, sherry vinegar, and the remaining red pepper flakes to make a peppery lemon dressing

  4. Brush baguette slices with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and toast under the broiler or on the grill until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Watch bread closely under the broiler and turn with tongs; it can go from golden to burnt quickly.

  5. Top each crostino with vegetarian burrata, warm broccolini, dressing, basil, and pine nuts. Serve immediately.

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A little kitchen know-how

  • Dry the broccolini thoroughly so it blisters instead of steaming.
  • Warm vegetarian burrata to room temperature for maximum creaminess.
  • Use sourdough or gluten-free baguette depending on guests’ needs.

Make it yours & keep it well

Use mashed cannellini beans instead of burrata and maple syrup instead of honey for a dairy-free topping.

Storage: Cool promptly in shallow portions and refrigerate covered. Eat within 48 hours or freeze suitable extras promptly. Reheat cooked leftovers only once until steaming hot throughout. Store broccolini and dressing separately from bread and cheese. Assemble just before serving to preserve the toast.

For cooling and reheating, follow the Food Standards Agency’s leftover guidance. Rice has a shorter refrigerated storage limit, as described in its recipe notes.

Estimated nutrition per serving

280 kcal · Protein 10 g · Carbohydrates 24 g · Fat 16 g

Approximate figures; brands, portions and substitutions change the result.

Good things to know

Can I serve it room temperature?

Yes, char broccolini ahead and assemble just before serving; toast bread right before so it stays crisp.

What if I can’t find vegetarian burrata?

Use fresh vegetarian mozzarella or whipped ricotta and drizzle with more olive oil.

Why are the crostini soggy?

Warm vegetables and dairy release moisture. Drain them, toast bread close to serving and add dressing sparingly.

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