Description
9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
¼ cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon roasted pine nuts
1 ball burrata cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked tortellini with pesto, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach
your desired sauce consistency.
Gently tear the burrata into pieces and add to the pasta.
Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve the pasta topped with toasted pine nuts, fresh basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal per serving
Servings: 4
