Orecchiette with Roasted Tomatoes and Grapes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
541 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Orecchiette with Roasted Tomatoes and Grapes
Description
This recipe for Orecchiette with Roasted Tomatoes and Grapes features whole wheat orecchiette pasta combined with a mix of roasted grape tomatoes and red grapes, which are quickly blistered in hot olive oil. The blistering enhances their sweetness and softens the skins without splitting them.
Freshly minced garlic is added as the skillet cools, providing a gentle sauté without burning. A basil oil made by pureeing fresh basil leaves, olive oil, and red wine vinegar creates a bright herbaceous base for the pasta. Kalamata olives bring a salty, briny contrast.
The final addition of mini fresh mozzarella balls adds creamy texture and richness, contrasting with the roasted fruits and olives. The dish is seasoned with salt and black pepper and can be served slightly warm or at room temperature, making it suitable for a variety of meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound whole wheat orecchiette pasta brand Delallo
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1 cup kalamata olives pitted
- 1 pint red grape
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup basil leaves fresh, packed
- 1/3 cup olive oil + 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 2 cups mozzarella mini, fresh, balls
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the orecchiette as directed on the Delallo package.
- Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet and set over high heat. Once smoking hot, add the tomatoes and grapes. Stir and roast for 1-2 minutes, until the skins are blistered but not split. Then turn off the heat and add the garlic. Stir, allowing the garlic to saute as the pan cools.
- Add the basil, 1/3 cup olive oil, and vinegar to the blender. Puree until very smooth, then salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the pasta is drained, toss it with the basil oil. Then add in the roasted grapes, roasted tomatoes, and olives. Allow the mixture to cool a little more and toss in the mozzarella balls. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 541 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 541kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 34mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 815IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 156mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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