Cavatappi Salad with Peas, Ricotta, Basil & Mint

Name: Cavatappi Salad with Peas, Ricotta, Basil & Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dried cavatappi pasta; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 cup fresh green peas (or frozen peas, thawed); 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup pine nuts; Salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
3
Two minutes before the pasta is finished cooking, add 1/2 cup of the peas to the pasta water.
4
Drain the pasta and peas and set aside, mixing in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil to keep the pasta from sticking together.
5
Meanwhile, in a food processor, mix the ricotta, garlic, the remaining green peas, plus the mint and basil, until the mixture forms a paste.
6
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the paste while it is processing.
7
When the pasta has cooled, toss in the ricotta paste and pine nuts and season with salt and pepper.
8
Garnish with the Parmesan cheese.
9
Serve at room temperature.

778

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dried cavatappi pasta, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Cavatappi Salad with Peas, Ricotta, Basil & Mint falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!