Description
A refreshing and delightful summer dish featuring pasta, burrata cheese, and fresh vegetables, perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh arugula
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and chopped basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and add it to the salad. Toss lightly to incorporate without breaking the cheese too much.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Substitute the arugula with spinach or mixed greens for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg