Description
Easy Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli is a delightful, one-pan dish that combines creamy ricotta cheese with tender roasted broccoli for a meal that’s both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or when hosting friends, this recipe takes just minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, it’s a family-friendly favorite that will surely impress your guests.
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, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In the same skillet used for roasting broccoli, add the drained pasta. Stir in ricotta cheese, adding reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved. Gently fold in roasted broccoli and grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg