Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Brings Joy!
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Brings Joy! This comforting dish features sweet roasted cherry tomatoes blended with creamy ricotta cheese and fragrant garlic, all tossed with your favorite pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and delivers a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s versatile enough for any palate. Customize it with added veggies or proteins to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a baking sheet, combine halved cherry tomatoes and unpeeled garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and garlic is soft. Let cool slightly.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl, add ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice; mix until smooth.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce and roasted vegetables, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired creaminess is reached.
- Stir in fresh basil; season to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg