Creamy Tomato Ricotta Pasta
Creamy Tomato Ricotta Pasta is your new go-to comfort meal that combines the lusciousness of ricotta cheese with the freshness of ripe cherry tomatoes. This delightful dish can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch or an impressive dinner for guests. With its creamy sauce and vibrant flavors, this pasta is both satisfying and nourishing. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring each bite bursts with flavor. Garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan, this dish not only tastes incredible but also looks stunning on your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté cherry tomatoes for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and oregano; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in ricotta cheese, mixing until combined into a creamy sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet until well coated with the sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg