Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham

Name: Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Pinsa base of 230 g 4; Prosciutto cotto 8.5 oz; Ribbed tomatoes 2 ¼ cups; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Oregano to taste; Burrata cheese 9 oz; Extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Basil to taste

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, creamy burrata, and savory ham brings a fresh twist to classic Roman street food. Coming straight from Lazio, this Italian flatbread has a crispy crust and a light bite, thanks to a special flour mix. And let me tell you, it is super easy on the stomach. What's really awesome about this pinsa? It’s how those cherry tomatoes get roasted with oregano—tangy and sweet flavors just burst out. Really, it fills the kitchen with the best Mediterranean aroma.

Spread on the burrata, whipped into a soft cream, and the dish feels so moist and cool. That prosciutto cotto, or ham, added right at the end, keeps its tender bite and fragrance—so, so good. You get this amazing combo: warm, slightly chewy flatbread with cold, creamy cheese and meaty ham. Perfect for a main meal or sliced up for an appetizer.

Plus, here's the thing, in Rome, folks sometimes stick to the original toppings. But nowadays, pinsa shows up with regional twists all over. Maybe a touch of Ligurian flavors, like basil, or bits of mozzarella sneak in, or toppings inspired from other parts of Italy. Really shows how versatile and light this traditional dish can be.

This pinsa recipe is a win for all eaters—whether you go original Roman style or mix in whatever’s in the fridge. The burrata keeps it fresh, the ham adds salty, savory contrast, and those golden roasted tomatoes tie it all together. It feels special yet super chill—perfect for a quick lunch or an easy dinner. And listen, you can try different toppings or stick with the classic. Either way, you're diving into something comforting and a bit different from your usual pizza night. It's just a delicious way to enjoy a taste of Rome right at home. Really really tasty.

INGREDIENTS

Pinsa base 4 - of 230 g

Prosciutto cotto 8.5 oz (240 g)

For the roasted tomatoes: Ribbed tomatoes 2 ¼ cups (400 g); Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Oregano to taste

For the burrata sauce: Burrata cheese 9 oz (250 g); Extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp (10 g); Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Basil to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham

To prepare the pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham, start with the tomatoes. After washing and drying them, slice them into rounds about 3/8 inch (1 cm) thick 1. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and season with oil, salt, pepper 2 and then oregano 3.

Bake in a conventional oven at 4286F for about 15 minutes 4 or until they are caramelized on the surface 5. While the tomatoes cool, prepare the burrata sauce: pour the burrata into the blender jug 6.

Add basil leaves, oil 7, salt and pepper 8 and blend everything; set aside 9.

Place the pinsa base on a baking sheet lined with parchment, top it with the roasted tomatoes 10 and the juices they released 11. Bake for 5 minutes at 4286F, then remove from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Then spread the burrata sauce 12.

Garnish with slices of cooked ham 13 and basil leaves 14 and your pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham is ready 15.

Storage

It is recommended to eat the pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham immediately. If any remains, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day.

Tip

To accompany the pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham you can increase the amount of basil in the burrata sauce, making it more like a pesto. Or, instead of basil, use very fresh mint.

In place of cooked ham, use prosciutto crudo (cured ham)!

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Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham

PRESENTATION

INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Pinsa with roasted tomatoes, burrata and cooked ham

Storage

Tip

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