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    Late Summer Veggie Pesto Pasta

    By Lauren on September 11, 2018, Updated April 27, 2021 20 Comments

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    Blistered tomatoes, crisp corn, fresh herbs and lemon infused homemade pesto topped in luscious creamy burrata await you in this late summer veggie pesto pasta.

    Veggie Pesto Pasta with tomatoes, corn, and burrata

    Yes, its September. Yes, this is still a summer post. Late summer. Because we're harvesting all those end of summer herbs and veggies and back simple, tasty Late Summer Veggie Pesto Pasta.

    I mean, its 80 degrees here in Boston anyways so those sweaters, leggings and pumpkin recipes are going to have to wait.

    Things to love about this Veggie Pesto Pasta:

    • lemon pesto - next level lemony herby garlic heaven
    • toaster oven veggie roasting option
    • easy, throw it in a pan, steps
    • oh, and bucatini pasta because it's rad

    Let's get our pasta on.

    Simple, weeknight cooking

    Do you have to use Meyer Lemon Pesto for this? Nope.

    Would it be extra awesome? YES.

    Would it be totally, super extra awesome if you took all your growing-like-crazy basil and just made batches of pesto to freeze for later so you can whip this up at a moment's notice? HECK YES.

    Single serving of veggie Pesto Pasta with tomatoes, corn, and burrataVeggie Pesto Pasta with tomatoes, corn, and burrata

    Also, I think you guys are aware of my love for the toaster oven. It makes really terrible toast, but it's so easy for roasting veggies without having to turn on the big oven. And when it's still super hot in September and you're living that #apartmentlife, it's an absolute win.

    It also makes for super easy roasting because there's no need to preheat. Just toss it in and get to making the rest of your Veggie Pesto Pasta. September means life resumes its crazy pace, and simple, weeknight cooking needs to be a real thing.

    Then there's our good friend burrata. OH HI I LOVE YOU.

    Because fresh mozzarella isn't good enough. Let's soak it in cream and wrap it in burrata. Cheese goals complete.

    Roast, boil and throw it in a pan so we can sit down to Late Summer Veggie Pesto Pasta while we anxiously wait for sweater weather.

     

    Veggie Pesto Pasta with tomatoes, corn, and burrata

    Late Summer Veggie Pesto Pasta

    Clear out the summer vegetable garden and put it to good use.  Late summer veggie pesto pasta has ripe tomatoes, crunchy sweet corn and creamy burrata tossed with fresh lemon pesto and bucatini pasta.
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    Course: Pasta
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: late summer vegetables, pesto pasta, summer vegetables, what to make with cherry tomatoes
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 35 mins
    Total Time: 45 mins
    Servings: 4 to 6 servings
    Calories: 1007kcal
    Author: Lauren
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups Meyer Lemon Basil Pesto
    • 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 2 sprigs thyme
    • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
    • 2 ears corn
    • 8 ounces burrata (2 4-ounce balls)
    • ¼ cup pasta water
    • 1 pound bucatini pasta
    • salt and pepper (to taste)
    • Optional: fresh basil for garnish

    Instructions

    • Roast + Boil:  Preheat the oven to 350°F.  Remove the corn from the ears, add to the tomatoes and toss with olive oil, garlic, thyme and season with salt and pepper.  Spread into one even layer on a sheet pan.  Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until the skin of the tomatoes is slightly wrinkled and the insides are soft.  While the vegetables are roasting, set a large pot of water to boil for the pasta.  Make sure to add a generous amount of salt to the water (about 2 teaspoons.). When the water comes to a roiling boil, add the pasta and cook to the package instructions.  Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water before draining it.
    • Sauté:  Remove the thyme sprigs from the roasted veggies.  In a large saute pan, add the vegetables, pesto and pasta over medium-low heat.  Add a little bit of the pasta water at a time to the thin the sauce to your desired consistency to coat the pasta - it will thicken again as it cooks.
    • Plate + Serve:  Plate the pasta in individual servings or on a family style platter.  Pull apart the burrata and top the pasta.  The heat from the pasta will melt the burrata just enough.

    Notes

    If you don't have time to make your own pesto, substitute store bought to save yourself a step.  You can add fresh lemon zest to get a similar flavor of the Meyer lemon basil pesto.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1007kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 892mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 2744IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 487mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Comments

    1. Jagruti says

      September 17, 2018 at 4:47 am

      Lemon basil pesto sounds heavenly!! I am always on the lookout for different veggie pasta recipes and this one sounds great. BRB just heading into the kitchen ...

      Reply
    2. Tatiana says

      September 17, 2018 at 3:31 am

      Pasta is always a great idea for any kind of occasion. Sometimes i can eat pasta even for breakfast! Especially if its filled with pesto and veggies!

      Reply
    3. www.allthekingsmorsels.com/fried-okra says

      September 16, 2018 at 11:44 pm

      This looks like the absolute perfect meal!!! All of my favorite items in one bite!

      Reply
    4. Karyl Henry says

      September 16, 2018 at 10:18 pm

      My goodness, that looks beautiful! I love all the colors and flavors you have going on in that bowl. I've never tried burrata before, but I absolutely love regular fresh mozzarella...I need to buy some and try it out

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:12 pm

        Burrata is really fantastic, like the supermodel version of mozzarella.

        Reply
    5. Sri Mallya says

      September 16, 2018 at 3:48 pm

      Looks so fresh , colorful and full of flavorful. We love pesto and can't wait to try this recipe. YUM!

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:12 pm

        Thank you, hope you love it!

        Reply
    6. Lorie says

      September 16, 2018 at 11:45 am

      Oh my gosh burrata has been my fave lately!!! Can’t wait to make this with your amazing pesto!!

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:11 pm

        Yes! I am also on a burrata kick!

        Reply
    7. Eileen Kelly says

      September 15, 2018 at 9:00 pm

      So fresh and full of flavor! A great pasta dish! I would love this any night of the week! Adding Burrata to anything is always a favorite too!

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:11 pm

        Burrata makes (almost) everything better!

        Reply
    8. Tammy says

      September 15, 2018 at 4:56 pm

      Perfect end of season meal! This looks absolutely beautiful! It makes me wish summer would linger around a little longer 🙂 I love meals such as this...absolute perfection! Pinning! <3

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:11 pm

        Thank you Tammy!

        Reply
    9. Kiki Johnson says

      September 15, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      I had to pause at every single picture - they are so stunning and really make me crave this pasta dish! That half melted cheese on top is killing me! This is a winner!

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 17, 2018 at 9:10 pm

        Thank you so much Kiki! That melty cheese gets me every time too!

        Reply
    10. Jyothi (Jo) says

      September 15, 2018 at 7:39 am

      I love pesto on almost everything. Pasta in pesto sauce is like my favorite dinner any day of the week. Too good, pinned it to try later on.

      Reply
    11. Nicole | Culinary Cool says

      September 15, 2018 at 1:10 am

      It's chilly here, and I'm grasping at what's left of summer. Definitely in denial. This pasta dish makes good use of some of the best end of summer veggies. Pinning to try later!

      Reply
    12. Veena Azmanov says

      September 14, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      I love pesto sauce in my pasta too, My kids would love this with veggies. This looks so simple and easy to make. I know what you mean about late summer veggies. I always feel like everyone has finished sharing the veggies that are just about coming into my market

      Reply
    13. Analida @ ethnicspoon.com says

      September 13, 2018 at 9:08 pm

      I am loving the ease of tossing pasta with pesto and I love the pasta water tip too! Thanks for sharing a great recipe!

      Reply
    14. Anne Murphy says

      September 11, 2018 at 9:22 pm

      LOL I'm with you on the "Late Summer" post! My September posts are full of corn and tomatoes, because when I was in New York, we didn't get them in the farmer's market of the farmshare until August... and were at the height of the season in September! Now that I've moved South, I actually have summer vegetables in June (when I'm used to finally getting strawberries and asparagus) and I have to totally readjust my mental schedule... But I'm never saying no to fresh corn!

      Reply

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