MSG Free Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata

Total time55 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time40 min

4.6

(22)

Roasting cherry tomatoes low and slow — well, hot and steady at 400°F — transforms them into something deeply jammy, caramelized, and intensely sweet. Spooned warm over creamy, cloud-like burrata, the result is a dish that looks like it came out of a restaurant kitchen but comes together with almost no effort. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means no hidden flavor enhancers or additives to worry about — just garlic, olive oil, fresh thyme, and good cheese doing exactly what they're supposed to do. The red pepper flakes add a gentle heat that plays beautifully against the cool, milky center of the burrata, and the fresh basil on top keeps everything bright and aromatic. A drizzle of balsamic glaze at the end is optional but genuinely worth it for that extra layer of sweet-tart depth. This is the kind of recipe that works as a stunning starter, a light lunch with crusty bread, or an impressive centerpiece for a casual dinner spread.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the roasted tomatoes

2 pints cherry tomatoes
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 sprigs fresh thyme

For serving

4 balls (4 oz each) burrata cheese
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
flaky sea salt, to taste
1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Arrange the cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
2
Drizzle the 3 tbsp olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic, then scatter the red pepper flakes, kosher salt, black pepper, and thyme sprigs over the top. Toss to coat evenly.

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