Tomato Burrata Tortellini
A vibrant and satisfying dish featuring creamy burrata cheese and fresh tomatoes with tortellini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Tortellini (refrigerated or homemade)
- Burrata Cheese
- Fresh Tomatoes (cherry or heirloom)
- Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
- Fresh Basil
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions (3–5 minutes until floating).
- Prepare the tomatoes by slicing them in half or quarters.
- Make the sauce by heating olive oil in a pan, adding tomatoes, and sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Add torn burrata into the mixture and let it melt slightly.
- Finish with fresh basil leaves and mix gently before serving.
Notes
Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and garnished with extra basil leaves. Pairs beautifully with crusty bread and a green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Tortellini, Burrata, Italian dish, Vegetarian pasta, Comfort food