Vibrant Caprese Pasta Delight (Printable Version)

A refreshing summer dish featuring pasta, burrata, and cherry tomatoes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 400 g (14 oz) dried short pasta (like fusilli or rigatoni)
02 - Salt, for boiling water

→ Caprese Mix

03 - 300 g (10 oz) ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 2 tsp balsamic glaze (plus extra for garnish)
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - Flaky sea salt, to taste

→ To Serve

08 - 2 balls (about 200 g / 7 oz) fresh burrata cheese
09 - 1 large handful fresh basil leaves, torn
10 - 1 tbsp pine nuts, toasted (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
02 - While the pasta cooks, place the cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Add olive oil, balsamic glaze, a generous pinch of sea salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
03 - Add the hot, drained pasta to the tomato mixture. Toss to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
04 - Divide the pasta among plates or bowls. Tear the burrata and place chunks over each serving.
05 - Scatter with fresh basil leaves and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts if using. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a final splash of olive oil.
06 - Serve immediately while the burrata is creamy and the flavors are fresh.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This dish is like sunshine on a plate, perfect for warm evenings.
  • It’s quick to prepare yet tastes gourmet, leaving you more time to enjoy your company.
02 -
  • Never skip reserving pasta water! It’s the secret weapon for achieving that silky texture.
  • If burrata is hard to find, fresh mozzarella makes a delicious substitute.
03 -
  • Using fresh, high-quality ingredients truly elevates this dish.
  • Should you have leftovers, this pasta tastes fantastic cold the next day!
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