Description
Orecchiette with Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Basil Pesto is a bright and flavorful pasta dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This simple yet elegant recipe features tender orecchiette pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy ciliegene mozzarella, and vibrant basil pesto. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish brings freshness and color to your table while satisfying your cravings. With its quick preparation time and wholesome ingredients, you’ll impress your family and guests alike with this delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb. orecchiette pasta
- Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 lb. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 lb. ciliegene mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves
- Shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano (optional)
- Fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orecchiette in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 9 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil; sauté cherry tomatoes briefly until soft.
- Add cooked orecchiette and basil pesto to the skillet; mix well.
- Stir in ciliegene mozzarella and fresh basil leaves until combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with Parmigiano Reggiano shavings and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg