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Charred Tomato & Burrata Pasta

Cherry tomatoes roasted until blistered and sweet, tossed with hot pasta and creamy burrata. Fresh basil and a lemon-garlic dressing make it feel restaurant-worthy but takes 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
18g
Charred Tomato & Burrata Pasta
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 425°F. Toss cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan.

  2. Step 2

    Roast tomatoes for 15 minutes until blistered and collapsed, shaking the pan halfway through.

  3. Step 3

    Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and 3 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl.

  5. Step 5

    Toss hot pasta with roasted tomatoes, lemon-garlic dressing, and 0.5 cup pasta water until glossy.

  6. Step 6

    Divide pasta among bowls. Tear burrata over the top, scatter basil and parmesan, drizzle with olive oil.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • large pot
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • serving spoons

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