Here’s a Lemon Pesto Rigatoni with Burrata & Roasted Pine Nuts recipe that’s bright, creamy, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
It’s elegant enough for date night but easy enough for a weeknight dinner — and that burrata? It melts like a dream.
Lemon Pesto Rigatoni with Burrata & Roasted Pine Nuts
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15–20 min | Serves: 2–3
Ingredients:
8 oz (225g) rigatoni pasta
1/3 cup basil pesto (homemade or good-quality store-bought)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt & pepper to taste
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 ball fresh burrata cheese
Fresh basil or arugula (for garnish, optional)
Optional: Grated Parmesan for extra richness
Instructions:
