Description
A bright and fresh pasta dish made with ricotta cheese and fresh tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g pasta (e.g., spaghetti, penne)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they break down, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in the ricotta cheese until well combined with the tomato mixture.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and toss until coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas. Fresh herbs enhance the dish’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg