Description
A comforting and gentle meal featuring creamy ricotta, roasted broccoli, and fresh spinach, perfect for busy evenings or relaxed weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of your preferred pasta
- 2 cups of broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of fresh spinach
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet.
- Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- While the broccoli is roasting, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, combine the cooked pasta, roasted broccoli, spinach, garlic powder, and ricotta cheese. Stir over medium heat until the spinach wilts and everything is well combined.
- Add grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes (if using), and mix well. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Roast the broccoli longer for deeper caramelization or let the skillet rest off the heat for flavors to meld. For a lighter dish, use low-sodium broth and fresh lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg