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Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli

Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli for Cozy Nights

This Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli is a nourishing vegetarian dish that combines silky ricotta with pasta, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Cavatappi pasta or any noodle
  • ½ cup Reserved pasta water important for sauce consistency
For the Sauce
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese or cottage cheese for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil can substitute with avocado oil or butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese for topping, can use nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets fresh or frozen

Equipment

  • Oven
  • nonstick skillet
  • Large pot
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet for the broccoli.
  2. Spread seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving ½ cup of water.
  4. In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Lower heat and add ricotta cheese. Whisk until creamy. Gradually add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
  6. Stir in roasted broccoli and cooked pasta. Toss until coated with the ricotta sauce, keeping the heat low.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with crushed red pepper flakes and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Reserve enough pasta water for a creamy sauce. Monitor broccoli while roasting for even cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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