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pesto pasta salad with burrata
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Pesto Pasta Salad with Burrata

This Pesto Pasta Salad with Burrata comes packed with the super fresh flavors of tomato, cucumber and basil. And, of course, is tossed with delicious pesto and topped with creamy burrata. Enjoy!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pesto pasta salad with burrata
Servings: 6
Author: Emily Richter

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. pasta*
  • ½ cup pesto
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1 ball burrata
  • ¼ cup fresh basil julienned

Instructions

  • Cook your pasta in salted boiling water according to the box directions. Before you drain the pasta, reserve ½ cup of cooking liquid for later. 
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pesto and ¼ cup of the reserved cooking liquid from the pasta. 
    A bowl of green pesto with burrata on a white surface.
  • Add the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and pine nuts and toss to combine. 
    A pesto pasta salad with burrata served in a white bowl with tomatoes, cucumbers, and mozzarella.
  • Break up the burrata into bite-size pieces and add it to the pasta salad. 
  • Sprinkle over the basil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. 
  • Enjoy chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 
    A flavorful bowl of pesto pasta salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.

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Notes

  • We used cavatappi pasta, but feel free to use any shape you'd like. 

Nutrition

Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g