Eggplant and Sun Dried Tomato Pasta: A Creamy Ricotta Delight
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A delicious creamy pasta dish combining eggplant and sun dried tomatoes with ricotta.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 medium eggplant, diced
- 1 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and eggplant, cooking until eggplant is soft.
- Stir in sun dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add ricotta cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers if desired.
- Can substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 mg