Orecchiette with Salsa Cruda and Ricotta

Vegetarian
Health score
51%
Orecchiette with Salsa Cruda and Ricotta
30 min.
4
602kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Orecchiette with Salsa Cruda and Ricotta, a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of summer to your table. This vegetarian recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with fresh flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With a perfect balance of creamy ricotta and a zesty salsa made from ripe, juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil, this dish is an explosion of color and taste.

At only 602 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free option that makes for a fantastic side dish or a light main course. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weekdays or leisurely weekend lunches. The orecchiette, shaped like little ears, holds the salsa beautifully, ensuring that every bite is as delicious as the last. Plus, the addition of spicy red-pepper flakes gives it a hint of heat that perfectly complements the cooling ricotta.

Gather your friends and family and serve this dish at your next gathering or enjoy it as a comforting solo meal. The combination of textures, from the al dente pasta to the creamy ricotta and the fresh crunch of the salsa, creates a satisfying culinary experience. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into this vibrant, healthful meal that celebrates the simplicity and freshness of great ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil coarsely chopped
  • servings basil leaves 
  • 0.8 cup ricotta fresh (preferably )
  • small garlic cloves 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • pound orecchiette dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon red-pepper flakes hot
  • medium shallots minced
  • 1.5 pounds tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Stir together all ingredients except pasta and ricotta in a large bowl with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  2. Let stand, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, cook orecchiette in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 qt water) until al dente.
  4. Drain pasta and toss with tomato salsa. Season with salt and pepper and dollop with ricotta.
  5. Per serving: 593 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated), 24mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 93g carbohydrates, 6g fiber, 22g protein
  6. Nutrition Data
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Nutrition Facts

Calories602kcal
Protein14.57%
Fat22.66%
Carbs62.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.75
Glycemic Load
36.58
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.211739172106%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.16mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
1.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:602.12kcal
30.11%
Fat:15.15g
23.3%
Saturated Fat:5.19g
32.45%
Carbohydrates:94.42g
31.47%
Net Carbohydrates:88.41g
32.15%
Sugar:8.15g
9.06%
Cholesterol:23.72mg
7.91%
Sodium:57.72mg
2.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.91g
43.83%
Selenium:78.74µg
112.48%
Manganese:1.33mg
66.4%
Vitamin A:1872.28IU
37.45%
Phosphorus:337.28mg
33.73%
Vitamin K:35.08µg
33.41%
Vitamin C:24.99mg
30.29%
Fiber:6.01g
24.04%
Copper:0.46mg
23.22%
Magnesium:88.36mg
22.09%
Potassium:746.03mg
21.32%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.3%
Zinc:2.51mg
16.72%
Vitamin B3:3.06mg
15.3%
Calcium:149.67mg
14.97%
Vitamin E:2.19mg
14.57%
Folate:56.43µg
14.11%
Iron:2.4mg
13.32%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.96%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.66%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.76%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.63%
Source:Epicurious