Festive and delicious Christmas recipe: loaded burrata with ‘nduja and lemon
The festive season is the perfect time to impress with dishes bursting with flavour, without having to spend hours in the kitchen. Looking for a recipe that takes your Christmas menu to the next level? Then this loaded burrata with ‘nduja and lemon is exactly what you’re looking for! And the best part is: you can have this flavour bomb on the table in just 20 minutes. Read on quickly for this delicious Christmas recipe.
Easy Christmas recipe for lunch or dinner
Whether you choose an elaborate dinner or prefer a relaxed Christmas lunch: the festive season is all about conviviality, spending time together and enjoying plenty of delicious food. Loaded burrata with ‘nduja fits in perfectly.
Serve this dish with crispy toast or focaccia for dipping into the creamy burrata and spicy ‘nduja. Perfect as a spectacular starter during Christmas dinner, or as a side dish for Christmas lunch or drinks.
How to make the ‘nduja tapenade
- Finely chop the shallot and heat four tablespoons of oil in a pan. Sauté the shallot over medium heat until translucent.
- Then add the ‘nduja and pine nuts and fry for 2 to 3 minutes over low heat.
- Finely chop the parsley and basil and stir them in. Then remove the pan from the heat.
Build the feast on your plate
- Mix the rocket with the lemon oil and season with some pepper and salt. Then divide the salad over four plates
- Drain the burrata and place one ball on each plate of rocket.
- Spoon the warm ‘nduja tapenade over the burrata, grate some lemon zest over it for extra freshness and garnish with some extra basil and cress.
Harmony on your Christmas table
Start Christmas in style with this easy, yet wonderfully luxurious dish that is guaranteed to impress. Tip: complete your Christmas menu by matching this recipe with the flavours of your other Christmas recipes. For example, choose a delicious pasta or roasted vegetables with a Mediterranean twist. That way, you’ll create a harmonious Christmas table.
Looking for even more inspiration to add to your Christmas menu? Then be sure to check out this selection of easy Christmas recipes.
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