Glorious in-season tomatoes, creamy burrata, and satisfying pastawhat more could you want?
Serve this salad at your nextcookoutor take it to a potluck.
It won’t last long.
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Why is it called a Caprese pasta salad?
(“Caprese” means, roughly, “from Capri.")
Some versions also include balsamic vinegar.
What is burrata?
Burrata is an Italian cow’s milk cheese, although you may find versions made in the U.S.
Shaped like a ball, it has a similar flavor to, but different texture than, classic mozzarella.
When you tear the burrata, the inside oozes out in the best possible way.
It’s rich, creamy, and delicious on all sorts of salads or even pizza.
Don’t attempt to cook or cut burrata.
Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well.
While pasta is cooking, place tomatoes in a large bowl.
Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt; gently toss until evenly coated.
Transfer pasta to large bowl with tomatoes.
Add dressing; toss gently to coat pasta and tomatoes.
Transfer salad to a platter or serving bowl.
Tear cheese into a few pieces and place on salad.
Top with pine nuts.
Drizzle with oil and top with basil, pepper, and flaky sea salt.
