Best 10 Pasta With Asparagus Arugula And Ricotta Recipes

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Pasta with asparagus, arugula, and ricotta is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for spring or summer. The tender asparagus and peppery arugula pair perfectly with the creamy ricotta cheese, and the whole dish is tossed in a light and flavorful sauce. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking, so you can make it as simple or as complex as you like. Whether you are a novice cook or a seasoned chef, you are sure to find a recipe for pasta with asparagus, arugula, and ricotta that you will love.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, ARUGULA AND RICOTTA



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This recipe works best if you use thin asparagus and peppery wild arugula, available at some farmers' markets.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound thin asparagus, woody ends snapped off, cut into 1-inch lengths
Salt
3/4 pound penne, fusilli or bow-tie pasta
1/2 cup fresh ricotta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
A generous handful of baby arugula or wild arugula leaves, rinsed and spun dry (about 1 ounce, or 1 cup tightly packed)
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add a generous amount of salt. Add the asparagus. Cook pencil-thin asparagus for two minutes, three to four minutes if stems are medium-thick. Transfer to a bowl of ice-cold water. Drain and set aside.
  • Place the ricotta in a large pasta bowl.
  • Bring the water back to a boil, and add the pasta. Cook al dente, following the directions for timing on the package but checking a minute before the suggested cooking time. Stir 1/3 cup of the pasta cooking water into the ricotta. Drain the pasta and toss at once with the olive oil and ricotta, the arugula, asparagus and Parmesan. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 485, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 513 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

ONE-POT PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND RICOTTA



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This recipe is sponsored by Target. Everything cooks in the same pot in this game-changing dinner: the aromatics (onions and garlic), the spring vegetables (asparagus and peas), and even the noodles (no separate pot of boiling water necessary!). It's finished with lemon, fresh basil and dollops of creamy ricotta.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound uncooked farfalle pasta
1/2 onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 cups vegetable broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup frozen peas
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup ricotta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the pasta, onions, garlic, asparagus, broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture boils, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the frozen peas and continue to cook until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and top with dollops of ricotta and a sprinkling of Parmesan. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

PASTA W/ ASPARAGUS, ARUGULA & RICOTTA



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Make and share this Pasta W/ Asparagus, Arugula & Ricotta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by etherrea

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 lb thin asparagus, woody ends cut off, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 cup fresh ricotta
3/4 lb penne or 3/4 lb fusilli
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ounce baby arugula or 1 ounce wild arugula leaf, rinsed and spun dry 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
fresh ground pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus pieces. Cook pencil-thin pieces for 2 minutes, medium pieces for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice-cold water. Then drain the cold water and set the asparagus aside.
  • Place the ricotta in a large pasta bowl.
  • Cook the pasta in the same salted water that the asparagus was cooked inches Cook it al dente, following the directions on the package, but check the pasta a minute before the suggested cooking time is up.
  • Mix 1/3 cup of the pasta-cooking water into the ricotta.
  • Drain the pasta and immediately toss it with the olive oil and ricotta. Stir in the arugula, asparagus, pepper, and Parmesan. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.6, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 42.4, Carbohydrate 72.2, Fiber 11.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 12

CAVATELLI WITH ASPARAGUS, LEMON AND FRESH RICOTTA



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 1-pound bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed and reserved, spears sliced on a bias into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup (8 ounces) fresh full-fat ricotta, drained (see Cook's Note)
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons lemon juice plus zest of 1/2 lemon (plus more zest for garnish)
1 pound fresh or frozen cavatelli
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
Grated Pecorino-Romano, for garnish
Fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the woody stems from the asparagus in a food processor. Process until smooth. Transfer the pureed asparagus to a fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl. Let the juices drain, 5 to 10 minutes, pressing down lightly on the puree with a wooden spoon occasionally. Reserve the juice and discard the pulp.
  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the ricotta, Parmesan and 1 tablespoon lemon juice with some salt and pepper. Add the lemon zest and set aside.
  • Once the water has boiled, add the cavatelli and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Remove the garlic, then add the sliced asparagus and saute until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain the cavatelli directly into the skillet with the asparagus. Add about half of the asparagus juice and allow to simmer for 1 minute. Add the remaining asparagus juice and the remaining tablespoon lemon juice and cook until the pasta is glossy, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and garnish with Pecorino-Romano, lemon zest, dollops of the whipped ricotta, basil and black pepper.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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This is a great low-fat pasta dish. I serve it to company all the time. Serve with a fruit salad and French bread.

Provided by S. Butters

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup chicken broth
½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute asparagus in the pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and mushroom slices; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Gently toss pasta with asparagus mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 338.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH ARUGULA AND ASPARAGUS



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Hi-ho thar! Tis be a wonderful sprin' meal wit' fresh baby arugula, asparagus, mushrooms, topped wit' toasted pine nuts.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     European

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces diced onions
5 asparagus spears, rough ends removed and sliced into small bite size pieces
4 1/2 ounces canned mushrooms, rinsed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 limes, juice of or 1 tablespoon lime juice
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1/2 cup evaporated milk
2 cups baby arugula or 2 cups Baby Spinach, is good too
8 fresh basil leaves, rough chopped
1/3 cup parmesan-romano cheese mix, grated

Steps:

  • In a large pan toast pine nuts, remove from pan set aside.
  • Add olive oil to pan, when hot add the onions and saute 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic, asparagus, mushrooms, lime juice, diced tomatoes, and dried herbs. Simmer 20 minutes.
  • Stir in evaporated milk, arugula, basil. Toss in hot angel hair and grated cheese.
  • Add some Pasta water if needed.
  • Plate in a large serving bowl and top with pine nuts.
  • Garnish with additional extra virgin olive oil drizzled over pasta and grated cheese.
  • Heartly enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 13.9, Sodium 293.7, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 16.6

PENNE WITH RICOTTA AND ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Sea salt
1 1/4 pounds thick asparagus, ends trimmed
1 pound penne rigate
1 clove garlic, peeled
15 ounces whole-milk ricotta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season with enough salt that the water tastes salty. Add the asparagus and cook until tender but still firm, about 4 minutes. Lift out the asparagus with tongs and transfer to an ice bath. Cut into 1/8 -inch slices, leaving tips intact.
  • Bring the water back to a boil and add the penne.
  • Meanwhile, rub a large serving bowl with the garlic. Add the ricotta, olive oil and 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water; blend. When the pasta is done, drain it (reserving some water) and add it to the ricotta mixture. Top with the asparagus and half the Parmesan cheese, then fold everything together. Season to taste, adding some reserved pasta water if needed. Divide among 4 shallow bowls and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 769, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 902 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Many terrific recipes change hands at my ladies' bridge group's monthly get-togethers. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. -Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND ARUGULA



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Arugula is one of those rare salad greens we can also get down with hot, like when it's tossed with pasta, piled on top of pizza, or scattered into stew.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Pasta     Sausage     Onion     Fennel     Pork     Arugula     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small red onions, sliced into 1/2"-thick wedges
1 fennel bulb, sliced into 1/2"-thick wedges
6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
8 oz. hot or sweet Italian sausage (about 2 links), casings removed
10 oz. gemelli, casarecce, or other medium pasta
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
6 cups baby arugula
Finely grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss onions, fennel, and 2 Tbsp. oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Spread out into a single layer. Pinch sausage into small pieces and scatter around onions and fennel. Roast until vegetables and sausage are cooked through and well browned, 25-30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Combine vegetables, sausage, and pasta in a large bowl. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, remaining 4 Tbsp. oil, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta cooking liquid and toss to coat, adding more pasta cooking liquid if needed, until sauce comes together and coats pasta. Toss in arugula.
  • Divide pasta among plates and top with Parmesan. Season with more salt and pepper.

CAVATAPPI WITH TOMATOES, ARUGULA, AND RICOTTA



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Provided by Julia Turshen

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Ricotta     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large tomatoes, cored, roughly chopped (about 4 cups)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 pound cavatappi (or other short pasta)
6 cups arugula, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces ricotta

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup oil, and 1 tsp. salt in a large bowl.
  • Cook cavatappi in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to tomato mixture. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid and oil as needed to fully coat. Stir in arugula and black pepper and season with salt.
  • Transfer pasta to a serving bowl or platter and dollop with ricotta. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose thin asparagus. Thicker asparagus can be tough and fibrous.
  • Trim the asparagus properly. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus, about 1 inch from the bottom.
  • Cook the asparagus until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy.
  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make pasta with asparagus, arugula, and ricotta. Get creative and find a combination that you love.

Conclusion:

Pasta with asparagus, arugula, and ricotta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover asparagus. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible. The asparagus is tender and slightly crunchy, the arugula is peppery and bright, and the ricotta is creamy and rich. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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