ORECCHIETTE WITH GREENS, GARBANZO BEANS AND RICOTTA SALATA

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Orecchiette with Greens, Garbanzo Beans and Ricotta Salata image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 26m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound orecchiette or other short pasta
1/2 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
12 ounces Swiss chard or mustard greens, stemmed
12 ounces baby spinach leaves
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups small cherry or grape tomatoes
8 ounces ricotta salata cheese, crumbled
2 teaspoons lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the garlic and discard. Add the Swiss chard and cook until wilted. In batches, add the spinach and cook until wilted. Add the beans and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the pasta, 1/2 of the cheese, and lemon zest. Toss well and thin out the sauce with a little pasta water, if needed.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve.

Shaun Wilson
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Imogen Grassby
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I love this dish! It's so simple, yet so flavorful.


Hakam Husein
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This orecchiette dish is a real winner. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Rajesh Khatri
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This dish is a great way to change up your pasta routine. It's easy to make and packed with flavor.


Karah Clarett
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. It's hearty and flavorful, and the ricotta salata adds a nice touch of saltiness.


Woodvelly Furniture BD
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This orecchiette dish is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Erastus Joel
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal that can be served with bread or a side salad.


Azan Imran Cloths Arts
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This orecchiette dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The greens are packed with nutrients, and the garbanzo beans are a good source of protein and fiber.


Rox Wolf006
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I wasn't sure about the combination of greens, garbanzo beans, and ricotta salata, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together and create a unique and delicious dish.


Joseph Field
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover greens and garbanzo beans. It's also a great vegetarian option that's packed with flavor.


FATHIMA SHAJI
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The orecchiette pasta cooked perfectly and held the sauce well. The greens were tender and flavorful, and the garbanzo beans added a nice protein boost. The ricotta salata was the perfect finishing touch, adding a salty and tangy flavor.


Butt buttsab
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I love how easy this orecchiette dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when I'm short on time. The combination of greens, garbanzo beans, and ricotta salata is a winner.


Lamp of Guidance
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This orecchiette dish is a delightful explosion of flavors! The garbanzo beans add a hearty texture, while the greens provide a vibrant freshness. The ricotta salata adds a salty tang that balances the sweetness of the greens. Overall, this dish is a