RICOTTA, TOMATO & CORN PASTA

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I love to make healthy meals with produce from my latest farmers market trip. This pasta takes just 30 minutes from pantry to dinner table. You can easily make it a meat entree by adding cooked, shredded chicken. -Jerilyn Korver, Bellflower, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni (about 12 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups arugula or baby spinach
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well., In a large bowl, combine beans, tomatoes, corn, onion, ricotta and Parmesan cheeses, basil, oil, garlic, salt, rosemary and pepper. Stir in pasta. Add arugula; toss gently to combine. If desired, sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

shazad jan007
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like. I've even added leftover roasted chicken and it was delicious!


Mr Ujjal
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This pasta dish is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


abulkair Sani
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I'm a big fan of one-pot pasta dishes, and this one is no exception. It's so easy to make and cleanup is a breeze!


Lynn Bell
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This pasta dish is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. My kids loved the sweet corn and creamy ricotta, and they didn't even notice the spinach!


Iolo2010 Telakh
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I love the pop of color that the corn adds to this dish. It's so visually appealing!


Asif Javeed
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. I added some cooked chicken to mine and it was delicious!


Yahya Ahmed
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I'm not a huge fan of ricotta cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked in this dish. The creaminess of the ricotta balanced out the acidity of the tomatoes and the sweetness of the corn.


Robyn Fraley
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This pasta dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, but still satisfying. I especially loved the burst of sweetness from the corn.


Zahid Hosen
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I'm always looking for ways to make my pasta dishes more interesting, and this recipe definitely fit the bill. The ricotta-tomato-corn combination was unique and flavorful, and the addition of basil added a nice fresh flavor.


Samantha Carroll
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet corn and creamy ricotta, and they didn't even notice the spinach!


Mark Moore
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I didn't have any corn on hand, so I used frozen peas instead. It turned out just as delicious!


nadira wazir
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This pasta dish is so easy to make, but it tastes like it took hours to prepare. The flavors are complex and delicious, and the ricotta makes it so creamy and indulgent. I will definitely be making this again!


NWOKORIE JONATHAN
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I'm a big fan of ricotta cheese, so I knew I would love this dish. And I was right! The ricotta added a wonderful creaminess and richness to the pasta. I also loved the pop of flavor from the corn.


ZjemCiKapcia
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover ricotta. I had some in my fridge and wasn't sure what to do with it, but this recipe was the perfect solution. It turned out so creamy and delicious!


Riyad Aalam
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I made this pasta for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavors and the beautiful presentation. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Gata Shahi
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This dish was a hit with my whole family! The kids loved the creamy ricotta and the sweetness of the corn, while the adults appreciated the complexity of the flavors. It's definitely going into my regular rotation of dinner recipes.


Mr Chiboy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely delivered! The ricotta-tomato-corn combination was unique and delicious, and the addition of basil added a nice fresh flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Brooklyn Heiney
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This pasta dish was an absolute delight! The combination of ricotta, tomato, and corn was incredibly flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the creamy texture of the ricotta and the burst of sweetness from the corn. The recipe was easy to follo