Orecchiette With Broccoli And Tomatoes
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About Orecchiette With Broccoli And Tomatoes
Orecchiette with Broccoli and Tomatoes is a classic, authentic Italian dish that's both simple and satisfying. Traditionally crafted with either fresh or dry orecchiette pasta and the distinct flavor of broccoli rabe, this recipe offers an approachable twist by substituting broccoli florets for an equally delicious result.
The combination of tender pasta, vibrant broccoli, and juicy cherry tomatoes creates a comforting meal that's quick to prepare yet full of rustic charm. A sprinkle of herbs and a dash of black pepper bring out the fresh flavors, making this dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook45 minutes
Total1 hour
Ingredients
- 200 gm Pasta orecchiette
- 100 gm Broccoli
- 50 gm Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 tsp Herb italian mix
- 1/2 tsp Pepper black
- 1 tsp Salt or as per taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Cream Cheese
- 3 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
- Parmesan Cheese or basil fresh basil and for garnish
- 2 clove Garlic
Instructions
- Boil orecchiette with little salt. Drain and keep warm
- Blanch broccoli with pinch of salt. Drain and keep aside.
- Heat a frying pan with Olive oil and add chopped Garlic and cherry tomatoes halves. Sauté it. Season with salt, pepper and Italian mix herbs.
- Add boiled pasta and broccoli into pan. Stir well. Cook for 15 minutes
- Now add cream cheese and Parmesan cheese in pasta stir well and cook for 3 minutes.
- Orecchiette pasta with broccoli and tomatoes is ready to serve. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and fresh Parmesan slice.
Recipe Notes
Additional Tips
- For an extra depth of flavor, sauté a couple of thinly sliced garlic cloves in the olive oil before adding the broccoli and tomatoes—this will infuse the oil and create a more aromatic base for the sauce.
- If you prefer a bit of heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when cooking the vegetables to give the dish a gentle, authentic Southern Italian spiciness.
- Reserve about half a cup of the pasta cooking water; adding it to the pan when tossing the pasta and vegetables will help create a silky, cohesive sauce that clings to the orecchiette.
- For a heartier meal or a protein boost, add drained cannellini beans or sautéed Italian sausage slices in with the vegetables during the final few minutes of cooking.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 9gFat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10.8gSodium: 1140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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This looks delightful! Thanks for the recipe.
I’m loving this recipe already!
Looks so delectable! Thanks for posting.