Strawberry Pasta — The Sweet & Savory Viral Recipe Everyone’s Talking About

Discover why Strawberry Pasta went viral at Wimbledon and learn how to make this surprisingly delicious sweet-and-savory dish at home. Full recipe, tips, and vegan swaps included.

If you’ve been scrolling through food TikTok or skimming Wimbledon coverage, chances are you’ve seen the debate: Strawberries in pasta — genius or crime? While it might sound unusual, this dish has a real backstory. Known in Poland as Makaron z truskawkami, strawberry pasta is a nostalgic summer recipe that generations grew up eating — especially when fresh berries were abundant.

The viral spark happened when tennis champion Iga Świątek mentioned loving strawberry pasta. The internet ran with it, chefs gave it their own twist, and suddenly everyone was testing the recipe. The surprising truth? It’s refreshingly good — creamy, fruity, slightly tangy, and oddly comforting.

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This is not your standard Alfredo — think of it as a dessert-meets-main, like crepes with fruit or ricotta pancakes. The strawberries bring natural sweetness and acidity that balance perfectly with dairy. You can make it creamy with ricotta or yogurt, or keep it light with just puréed berries. It’s quick, colorful, and a total conversation starter at the table.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

1. 200 g (7 oz) short pasta (fusilli, farfalle, or penne work well)
2. 2 cups fresh ripe strawberries, hulled
3. 2–3 tbsp sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
4. 1 tbsp lemon juice
5. 1/2 cup ricotta, Greek yogurt, or sour cream (vegan: coconut yogurt or cashew cream)
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for a dessert-like twist)
7. Pinch of salt
8. Fresh mint or basil, to garnish

10-Step Recipe Card — Strawberry Pasta

1. Boil pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prep strawberries. Reserve a few berries for garnish. Roughly chop the rest.
3. Blend the sauce. In a blender or food processor, purée strawberries with sugar/honey, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness.
4. Creamy base (optional). Whisk ricotta or yogurt into the purée for a creamy, pink sauce. (Vegan? Use coconut yogurt or cashew cream.)
5. Toss pasta. Add cooked pasta into a large bowl, pour strawberry sauce over, and toss to coat.
6. Check seasoning. Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness — it enhances the strawberry flavor.
7. Chill or warm. Serve chilled like a fruity pasta salad, or warm gently in a pan for comfort-food vibes.
8. Garnish. Top with reserved strawberries (sliced), fresh mint or basil leaves.
9. Optional toppings. Try a sprinkle of crushed pistachios, shaved white chocolate, or even Parmesan for adventurous palates.
10. Serve & share. Plate in shallow bowls — the pink color is camera-ready for Instagram!

Why it works

The strawberries’ natural acidity balances pasta starch.

A creamy element turns it into a velvety sauce.

It hits the nostalgia trend: simple, sweet comfort food from childhood.

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Quick Tips

For kids: keep it sweeter, serve with extra berries on the side.

For grown-ups: add a twist with balsamic reduction drizzle.

Make-ahead: store sauce in fridge for 2 days; toss with pasta just before serving.