Orecchiette with Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Basil Pesto
Orecchiette with Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Basil Pesto is a vibrant and fresh dish that embodies the essence of summer dining. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender orecchiette pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil pesto, creating a delightful and colorful meal suitable for any occasion. Whether served warm as a comforting main course or chilled as a refreshing pasta salad at picnics and potlucks, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb. orecchiette pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 lb. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1/2 lb. ciliegene mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Cook the orecchiette in salted boiling water for about 9 minutes until al dente. Reserve some cooking liquid before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. Add halved cherry tomatoes and sauté for about 30 seconds until slightly softened.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sautéed tomatoes and basil pesto in the skillet, stirring for about a minute to coat evenly.
- Gently mix in ciliegene mozzarella and fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg