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Artichoke & Burrata Pasta Salad

Fresh Artichoke & Burrata Pasta Salad to Brighten Your Spring

This Artichoke & Burrata Pasta Salad combines vibrant ingredients for a refreshing, flavorful dish, perfect for spring meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Short Pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Grilled Artichokes Substitute with steamed hearts of palm if unavailable.
  • 2 cups Zucchini Can be swapped for yellow squash.
For the Cheese
  • 8 oz Burrata Cheese Replace with fresh mozzarella for a lighter touch.
  • 4 oz Prosciutto Use crispy bacon or omit for a vegetarian version.
For the Dressing
  • 2 pcs Meyer Lemons Regular lemons can be substituted.
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (e.g., basil, parsley) Mix based on what you have on hand.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste with sea salt for the best outcome.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper adds heat and depth.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios Substitute with toasted pine nuts or almonds for variety.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Slice the artichokes and zucchinis lengthwise, then brush them with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they're beautifully charred and tender, then remove them from the heat and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your choice of short pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, generally 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander, then rinse briefly with cold water to stop cooking. Transfer the pasta to a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.
  3. While your pasta is cooking, char the Meyer lemons on the grill for about 3-4 minutes until they have nice grill marks. Remove the lemons, juice them into a bowl, and combine the juice with olive oil and chopped fresh herbs. Whisk the mixture well to emulsify, adding salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the charred Meyer lemon vinaigrette over the slightly cooled pasta in the mixing bowl. Use a large spoon to gently toss the pasta until it's evenly coated with the dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Once the pasta is well-dressed, carefully fold in the grilled artichokes and zucchinis.
  6. Slice the burrata cheese into portions and place it gently on top of the pasta salad. Sprinkle crispy prosciutto and chopped pistachios over the burrata.
  7. Serve immediately while warm or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a refreshing cold salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and flavors get better over time. Serve chilled or reheat gently if desired.

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