Best 5 Spaghetti With Spinach Peas And Herbed Ricotta Recipes

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Are you in search of a simple and flavorful pasta dish that incorporates fresh, vibrant flavors? Look no further than spaghetti with spinach, peas, and herbed ricotta. This delightful recipe combines the richness of ricotta cheese, the sweetness of peas, the earthy flavor of spinach, and the aromatic notes of herbs to create a dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. With its colorful presentation and ease of preparation, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Let's dive into the ingredients and step-by-step instructions to guide you through the culinary journey of crafting this delicious pasta dish.

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SPAGHETTI WITH SPINACH, PEAS, AND HERBED RICOTTA



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A vegetarian pasta that's just right for spring dinner. This 30-minute recipe calls for long strands of spaghetti to be tossed with spinach, peas, sweet onion, and topped off with a dollop of lemony basil ricotta.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces whole-milk ricotta (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus whole leaves for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 sweet onion, such as Vidalia, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
12 ounces fresh spinach, tough stems removed, cut into 2-inch pieces (6 cups)
12 ounces spaghetti
1 cup fresh or frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine ricotta, lemon zest and juice, and basil; season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add spinach; season generously and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a pot of salted boiling water 2 minutes less than per package instructions. Add peas; cook 1 minute more. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain. Add pasta, peas, and 3/4 cup ricotta mixture to skillet.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir, adding enough reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce; season to taste. To serve, dollop pasta with remaining ricotta mixture, drizzle with more oil, and sprinkle with basil leaves.

PASTA AND SPINACH WITH RICOTTA AND HERBS



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This recipe is courtesy of Chef #452940 's Recipe #255542 combined with my own inability to read instructions before proceeding to cook dinner. Fortunately, the result was tasty, so here it is - with their blessing!

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 lb pasta (I used penne)
1 (10 ounce) box frozen spinach, thawed and drained
4 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 lemon, juice and zest of
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream (or mascarpone cheese)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions.
  • In a large bowl mix remaining ingredients and set aside.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
  • Thoroughly toss pasta with the cheese mixture and reserved cooking liquid. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.4, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 69.9, Sodium 183.5, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2, Protein 13.8

PASTA WITH HERBED RICOTTA, TOMATOES AND SPINACH



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups of fresh spinach, well rinsed and tough stems removed
2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
4 scallions, trimmed and minced
1/3 cup packed basil leaves, minced
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons flat parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pound penne
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Blanch the rinsed spinach leaves in a large pot of well-salted boiling water until limp, about 1 minute. Drain the spinach and cool completely under cold running water. Pat dry and chop.
  • Put the ricotta cheese in a large bowl and beat with a fork until smooth. Stir in the spinach, scallions, basil, tomatoes, parsley and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook the penne until tender in well-salted boiling water. Drain, toss with the ricotta mixture, garnish with the pine nuts and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 597, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 588 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

PASTA WITH SPINACH AND CHICKPEAS



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This is a home-style Italian favorite at my house. It is also very good with northern white beans instead of the chickpeas, and any sort of strand pasta works well. Serve with a leafy green salad and crusty Italian bread. If you like spicy food, stir in 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes towards the end.

Provided by KIMBICA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon sea salt, divided
1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more as desired
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves, chopped
3 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
¼ cup freshly grated Pecorino-Romano cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water with 2 teaspoons sea salt to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the water.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add spinach, tomatoes, and garbanzo beans; cook and stir until spinach begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Season spinach mixture with remaining teaspoon sea salt, marjoram, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low. Stir drained linguine with the spinach mixture to evenly coat. Add extra olive oil or reserved pasta water to achieve your preferred level of moisture in the dish. Top with Pecorino-Romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.9 calories, Carbohydrate 104.3 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1684.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

RICOTTA SPAGHETTI



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A good alternative to regular macaroni and cheese!

Provided by Rachel817

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ pound spaghetti
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, reserving 2 tablespoons of the cooking water.
  • Stir the garlic, ricotta, and basil in a saucepan over medium-low until hot, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; stir in the spaghetti and reserved water from cooking the pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 80.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh spinach, peas, and herbs will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become mushy.
  • Use a good quality ricotta cheese. The ricotta cheese is a key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a good quality cheese that is fresh and creamy.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste until the dish is flavorful but not too salty.
  • Serve the dish immediately. Spaghetti with spinach, peas, and herbed ricotta is best served immediately after it is made.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti with spinach, peas, and herbed 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 spinach and peas. With its fresh flavors and creamy ricotta cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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