Description
Easy Skillet Ricotta Pasta With Roasted Broccoli is a delightful and quick meal that combines creamy ricotta cheese with roasted broccoli and your choice of pasta. This one-pan dish is perfect for busy weeknights, as it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. The rich flavors of the ricotta and Parmesan create a satisfying sauce that clings beautifully to the pasta, making every bite a treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Olive oil
- Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread broccoli on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine cooked pasta, roasted broccoli, ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and half of the reserved pasta water. Stir gently until mixed.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
- Serve warm and garnish with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute any pasta shape you like for added variety. For extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken or turkey. Don’t skip the lemon zest; it brightens up the dish beautifully.