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Pomegranate & Burrata Christmas Ornaments

Name: Pomegranate & Burrata Christmas Ornaments
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 6 burrata balls (small, about 1–2 oz each); 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, fresh and glossy; 1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios, unsalted; Sweet balsamic vinegar, to drizzle (start with 1–2 teaspoons per ball); Optional: microgreens, mint leaves, or thin lemon zest for garnish

Ingredients

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6 burrata balls (small, about 1–2 oz each)
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, fresh and glossy
1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios, unsalted
Sweet balsamic vinegar, to drizzle (start with 1–2 teaspoons per ball)
Optional: microgreens, mint leaves, or thin lemon zest for garnish

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Instructions

Place the burrata balls on a serving platter, spaced evenly to mimic ornaments.
Top each burrata ball with pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios, adding a pinch of seeds for decoration.
Drizzle with sweet balsamic vinegar artistically across each ornament.
Serve immediately as an appetizer for optimal texture and flavor.

Notes

Chill the burrata for 15–20 minutes before plating to maintain shape. Use fresh pomegranate seeds for the best texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Plating
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ornament
Calories: 200
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg