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Flaky Roasted Heirloom Tomato Galette Recipe with Easy Pesto Burrata

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A flaky roasted heirloom tomato galette topped with creamy pesto burrata, perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort. The buttery crust and caramelized tomatoes create a deliciously cozy and elegant dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 tbsp (113g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 4–5 tbsp ice water
  • 3–4 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)
  • 1 ball (about 4 oz / 115g) burrata cheese
  • 2 tbsp basil pesto
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing

Instructions

  1. Combine sifted flour and salt in a large bowl. Add chilled, cubed butter and work into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough comes together. Gather dough into a ball, flatten into a disk, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice heirloom tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs if using. Set aside to marinate briefly.
  3. Lightly flour work surface and roll chilled dough into a roughly 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Arrange tomato slices in center of dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges of dough up over tomatoes, pleating to form crust. Brush crust with beaten egg and sprinkle flaky sea salt.
  5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes until crust is golden and tomatoes are soft and caramelized.
  6. While galette bakes, gently mix basil pesto into burrata in a small bowl, keeping some white streaks for visual appeal.
  7. Let galette cool on a rack for about 10 minutes. Dollop pesto burrata mixture over warm tomato filling, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.

Notes

Roast tomatoes to bring out natural sweetness and avoid soggy crust. Pat tomato slices dry before tossing in oil. Use cold butter and chill dough to prevent shrinking. If dough cracks while folding, pinch gently to repair. Mix pesto into burrata just before serving to keep cheese fresh and creamy. Egg wash enhances crust color and crunch. Reheat leftovers in oven or toaster oven to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: heirloom tomato galette, roasted tomato tart, pesto burrata, flaky crust, easy galette recipe, tomato tart, brunch recipe, vegetarian

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