Pesto and Cherry Tomato Burst Gnocchi Pasta
This Pesto and Cherry Tomato Burst Gnocchi Pasta is bright, bold, and packed with flavor in every bite. Whether you are cooking for yourself or sharing with friends, it is a crowd-pleasing meal that feels both comforting and fresh.
Servings: 3
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 17- ounce package of gnocchi fresh or shelf-stable
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 ball of burrata cheese
For the Pesto:
- 1 cup of Fresh Basil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Make the Pesto: Add Parmesan, pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons pine nuts, Juice from 1 lemon, 3 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 cup of Fresh Basil
- Crisp the Gnocchi Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add gnocchi and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 17- ounce package of gnocchi
- Burst the Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften and burst, about 7-8 minutes. Use the back of a spoon to gently press some of them for extra juiciness.2 cups cherry tomatoes
- Add the Pesto: Pour in the pesto along with 1/4 cup of water and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Remove from heat.
- Top with Burrata: Tear the burrata over the pasta and serve immediately.1 ball of burrata cheese
Notes
✔️ Use a nonstick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron to help the gnocchi crisp without sticking.
✔️ Do not overcrowd the pan—cook gnocchi in batches if needed.
✔️ Burrata is best added at the very end so it stays cool and creamy against the hot pasta.
✔️ You can substitute store-bought pesto to save time.
✔️ Do not overcrowd the pan—cook gnocchi in batches if needed.
✔️ Burrata is best added at the very end so it stays cool and creamy against the hot pasta.
✔️ You can substitute store-bought pesto to save time.
