A vibrant and creamy dish made with roasted cherry tomatoes, tender orzo pasta, and luscious burrata cheese. Perfect as a light vegetarian main or elegant side.
Author:Emma Harper
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking, Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 ball burrata cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar if using. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, until tomatoes are blistered and soft.
Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the roasted tomatoes and any pan juices. Add chopped basil and toss to combine.
Transfer to a serving dish and place the burrata cheese in the center. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and top with cracked black pepper.
Serve warm or at room temperature, with optional grated Parmesan on top.
Notes
Best served fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated gently.
For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or a pat of butter into the orzo.
Substitute mozzarella pearls if burrata is unavailable.