Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

May 26, 2025
Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe
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Want to make a fast and fresh pasta dish? Try this Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe. It uses sweet cherry tomatoes, soft burrata cheese, and your favorite pasta. The tomatoes cook until they pop and make a tasty sauce. Burrata adds a creamy finish that melts into the pasta.

This Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe is great for lunch or dinner. It looks fancy but is very easy to make. The garlic, fresh basil, and cheese bring out big flavor in every bite. You’ll love how simple and delicious it is.

When I First Tried Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

I first had this Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe at a friend’s home. It was so fresh and creamy. Now, I cook it all the time!

Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta

Tools You’ll Need

  • Large pot
  • Frying pan
  • Spoon
  • Knife
  • Strainer
  • Cheese grater (optional)
  • Bowl for serving

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 large burrata cheese ball
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

How to Make It – Step by Step

  1. Boil water in a pot.
  2. Add pasta and cook until just soft.
  3. Save some pasta water, then drain.
  4. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat.
  5. Add cherry tomatoes and stir often.
  6. Cook until tomatoes start to pop.
  7. Add garlic and chili flakes. Stir well.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Add pasta to the pan with tomatoes.
  10. Pour in a little pasta water.
  11. Add basil leaves and mix gently.
  12. Put pasta on a plate or bowl.
  13. Place burrata cheese on top.
  14. Add Parmesan if you like. Serve hot.

Easy Cooking Tips

  1. Use ripe cherry tomatoes for best taste.
  2. Don’t cook the burrata – keep it cold.
  3. Use saved pasta water to help mix sauce.
  4. Add cooked chicken or shrimp for protein.
  5. Whole wheat pasta works well too.

What to Serve with Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

1. Garlic Bread
Crispy and buttery. Great for dipping in the sauce.

2. Arugula Salad
Fresh and peppery. Light and good with creamy pasta.

3. Roasted Veggies
Try roasted zucchini or bell peppers. Adds color and flavor.

Conclusion

This Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe is easy, quick, and full of flavor. The creamy burrata and sweet tomatoes make every bite special. It’s a great dish for family dinners or simple meals!

Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

This Burst Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe is easy, quick, and full of flavor. The creamy burrata and sweet tomatoes make every bite special. It’s a great dish for family dinners or simple meals!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Pasta
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 large burrata cheese ball
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Boil water in a pot.
  • Add pasta and cook until just soft.
  • Save some pasta water, then drain.
  • Heat oil in a pan on medium heat.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and stir often.
  • Cook until tomatoes start to pop.
  • Add garlic and chili flakes. Stir well.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add pasta to the pan with tomatoes.
  • Pour in a little pasta water.
  • Add basil leaves and mix gently.
  • Put pasta on a plate or bowl.
  • Place burrata cheese on top.
  • Add Parmesan if you like. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use ripe cherry tomatoes for best taste.
  • Don’t cook the burrata – keep it cold.
  • Use saved pasta water to help mix sauce.
  • Add cooked chicken or shrimp for protein.
  • Whole wheat pasta works well too.
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