Savory Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta in 30 Minutes

This Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta is a quick and delightful vegetarian dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 oz Pasta Use your favorite shape, like spaghetti or penne.

For the Sauce

2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Ripe and flavorful for sweetness.
4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for aroma.
2 tbsp Olive Oil For roasting.
to taste Salt Balance flavors.
to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.

For Creaminess

1 cup Ricotta Cheese For a luscious texture.

For Garnishing

1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped for garnish.
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, optional.

Equipment

Baking dish
large pot

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a baking dish, combine halved cherry tomatoes with minced garlic, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat and roast for 20-25 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
Combine the cooked pasta with roasted tomatoes and their juices in a large bowl. Add ricotta cheese and mix gently, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
Serve hot garnished with chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust olive oil to prevent greasiness, and remember to season at every step for balanced flavors.

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