Tagliolini with Salsa Cruda & Ricotta Salata Recipe

Name: Tagliolini with Salsa Cruda & Ricotta Salata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, assorted colors preferably, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 bunch of pencil asparagus, cut into 1/4-inch rounds; 2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped; 5 sprigs of fresh oregano, leaves chopped; 8 basil leaves, cut into a chiffonade (see page 58); 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; Pinch of crushed red pepper; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; 1 recipe Chef Annes All-Purpose Pasta Dough (page 102), cut into tagliolini or 1 pound fresh tagliolini; Big fat finishing oil; 1 cup coarsely grated ricotta salata (dried salted ricotta cheese)

Servings: persons

2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, assorted colors preferably, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 bunch of pencil asparagus, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
5 sprigs of fresh oregano, leaves chopped
8 basil leaves, cut into a chiffonade (see page 58)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Pinch of crushed red pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 recipe Chef Annes All-Purpose Pasta Dough (page 102), cut into tagliolini or 1 pound fresh tagliolini
Big fat finishing oil
1 cup coarsely grated ricotta salata (dried salted ricotta cheese)

1
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, zucchini, asparagus, garlic, oregano, basil, vinegar, red pepper, and olive oil and season generously with salt; taste to make sure its delicious and adjust the seasoning if needed.
2
Let the sauce sit for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to marry.
3
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.
4
Add two-thirds of the sauce to a large wide pot and bring to medium-high heatthe idea is to heat up the sauce without really cooking it so you maintain the raw integrity of the veggies.
5
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until it is tender but still toothsome, 2 to 3 minutesyou dont want any limp noodles.
6
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce, along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking water, and stir vigorously.
7
If the pasta needs it, add the reserved sauce (if its not needed, then you have lunch for tomorrow!).
8
Cook the pasta together with the sauce until the pasta water has evaporated.
9
Give the pasta a drizzle of big fat finishing oil and stir vigorously again.
10
Divide among individual serving dishes and top with the ricotta salata.

455

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, assorted colors preferably, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice, 1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice, 1 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice, 1 bunch of pencil asparagus, cut into 1/4-inch rounds, and more.

Yes, Tagliolini with Salsa Cruda & Ricotta Salata falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Tagliolini with Salsa Cruda & Ricotta Salata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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