Ditalini Pasta Recipe: A Versatile and Delicious Meal
Love pasta? This ditalini pasta recipe delivers rich flavors, a perfect bite, and simple ingredients—your new go-to for a cozy, delicious dish!
Equipment
- Large pot (for boiling pasta)
- Large Skillet or Sauté Pan
- Cutting board and knife
- Wooden spoon or tongs
- Strainer
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup baby spinach chopped
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable broth or pasta water
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
Cook the pasta:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
Sauté aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add vegetables:
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until softened. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
Combine with pasta:
- Add the cooked ditalini pasta to the skillet. Pour in the reserved pasta water or vegetable broth and toss everything together.
Season & serve:
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fats: 9g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fiber: 4g