Spring Pea & Herb Pasta with Fresh Burrata
A vibrant and fresh pasta dish celebrating spring with sweet peas, aromatic herbs, and creamy burrata.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 1 cup fresh peas (or frozen if not in season)
- 1 cup fresh herbs (e.g., basil, mint, parsley)
- 1 ball of burrata cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until it’s al dente.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the fresh or frozen peas. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until peas are tender and bright green.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with peas and garlic. Toss with a splash of reserved pasta water, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the fresh herbs gently to preserve their flavor.
- Divide the pasta among serving plates. Tear burrata and place a dollop on top of each serving.
- Grate fresh Parmesan over the top if desired, and garnish with more black pepper and herbs.
Notes
Serve warm with a refreshing salad or a glass of white wine for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: spring pasta, burrata, vegetarian pasta, fresh peas, easy pasta recipe
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