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Fusilli Pasta Piqued with Lemon, Ricotta, and Broccoli

Experience the tangy flare of our Fusilli Pasta Piqued with Lemon, Ricotta, and Broccoli. The recipe marries fresh vibrant flavours of lemon, creamy ricotta and slightly crunchy broccoli for a wholesome yet light dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta dish will keep you coming back for more.
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
859
CALORIES
$2.18
PER SERVING
Fusilli Pasta Piqued with Lemon, Ricotta, and Broccoli
Directions
8 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Boil fusilli pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving half a cup of pasta water.
2
In a steamer or microwave safe bowl, steam the broccoli florets until they are tender yet crunchy.
3
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4
Lower the heat, add ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes to the saucepan, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
5
Season the ricotta cheese mixture with salt and pepper.
6
Add the cooked fusilli pasta and steamed broccoli to the ricotta sauce. Stir well, adding some of the reserved pasta water if necessary to help the sauce coat the pasta.
7
Check the seasoning, adjusting if necessary.
8
Serve the pasta immediately, topped generously with grated Parmesan cheese.
Health Info
Macros
43g
CARBS
56g
FAT
48g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to cook pasta to avoid it getting mushy?
Should I rinse cooked pasta under cold water?
How do I avoid the sauce from getting too runny?
How do I make the sauce stick to the pasta better?
The pasta gets cold too soon after serving, what can I do?
What are some good toppings or garnishes for Fusilli pasta?
The dish turns out bland, how to improve its flavor?
How can I add an authentic Italian touch to my Fusilli pasta dish?
My sauce is too tangy, what should I do?
Can I use whole grain pasta for fusilli pasta dishes?