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Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata

Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata in Just 30 Minutes

A quick and delicious Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata that transforms simple ingredients into a cozy, vegetarian meal in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness and enhances flavor
  • 6-8 cloves Garlic Mince before adding
  • 2 pints Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances all flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adds warmth and spice
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Provides creaminess to the sauce
For the Gnocchi
  • 2 packages (16 oz each) Potato Gnocchi Main component providing a tender bite
For the Topping
  • 2 balls (4 oz each) Fresh Burrata Cheese Adds luxurious creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Sliced or torn

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Mince garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to medium, add cherry tomatoes, and cook for 10-12 minutes until softened. Season with red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, pour in heavy cream, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add gnocchi to boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 2-3 minutes until they float.
  6. Transfer drained gnocchi and reserved pasta water to the skillet and toss gently for 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in sliced basil and break burrata over the dish, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch the garlic to avoid burning, reserve pasta water for sauce binding, and avoid reheating burrata for best taste.

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