Pasta alla Caprese with Basil and Burrata

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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A fresh Italian pasta dish combining tender spaghetti with juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet basil, and creamy burrata cheese for a light yet indulgent meal. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 cup, torn fresh basil leaves
8 oz ball burrata cheese
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.
Step 4: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss gently with 1 cup torn fresh basil leaves until sauce coats the pasta and basil wilts.
Step 5: Transfer pasta to serving bowls and top each with 2 oz creamy burrata cheese torn into pieces. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm pasta and cool cheese.