Summer pasta with cherry tomatoes and burrata

Summer pasta with cherry tomatoes and burrata

@easyclarissa

A very simple, fresh pasta that's perfect at the last minute: well-seasoned whole cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, Parmesan to bring it together, and fragrant basil. A quick but very tasty summer first course, ideal when you want to bring something good to the table without complicated steps.

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking: 15 min
Preparation: 10 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. of servings
  • Pasta500 g
  • Extra-virgin olive oil1 Tablespoon
  • Cherry tomatoes250 g
  • Burrata120 g
  • Grated parmesan30 g
  • Saltto taste
  • Fresh basilto taste

Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 5

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the time indicated on the package, reserving a little of the cooking water.

  2. STEP 2 OF 5

    Wash the cherry tomatoes well and leave them whole so they stay juicy and fresh. Season them in a bowl with extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt.

  3. STEP 3 OF 5

    Drain the pasta al dente and transfer it immediately to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Mix well, adding, if needed, a few tablespoons of cooking water to bind the sauce.

  4. STEP 4 OF 5

    Add the burrata in pieces and the grated Parmesan, then gently toss until you get a creamy, enveloping texture.

  5. STEP 5 OF 5

    Finish with plenty of fresh basil torn by hand and serve immediately, hot or warm.

Suggestions

  • Large pot

  • Large bowl

  • Colander

General information

Storage instructions

It keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 day in an airtight container. Before serving, let it come back to room temperature for a few minutes and add a drizzle of oil if needed. Freezing is not recommended.

More information

If you prefer, you can replace the burrata with stracciatella or a creamy fresh cheese. For a more intense flavor, add freshly ground black pepper before serving.

Origin

Italia

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)255.19
Carbohydrates (g)41.05
of which sugars (g)2.4
Fat (g)6.33
of which saturates (g)2.87
Protein (g)10.36
Fibre (g)1.18
Salt (g)0.07
  • Protein
    10.36g · 16%
  • Carbohydrates
    41.05g · 63%
  • Fat
    6.33g · 22%