Sicilian-style pasta with vegetables
4 servings
30 minutes
Sicilian-style pasta with vegetables is the embodiment of Mediterranean flavor and simplicity. This recipe hails from traditional Sicilian cuisine, where fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs play a key role. Orecchiette, small ear-shaped pasta, holds the sauce well as it is enveloped in the juices of red onion, garlic, and sweet cherry tomatoes. The addition of broccoli adds freshness to the dish, while olives provide a savory note. The dish is seasoned with black pepper and parsley and finished with a generous portion of grated Parmesan cheese. This combination creates a balanced and rich flavor perfect for both a light dinner and a festive table. This pasta is a true celebration for lovers of Italian cuisine, combining ease of preparation with exquisite taste and rich textures.
1
Boil the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Drain the water.
- Orecchiette: 200 g
2
Slice the red onion and finely chop the garlic. Divide the broccoli into equal florets and, if desired, finely chop the stem.
- Red onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Broccoli: 200 g
3
Sauté onion, garlic, and broccoli in olive oil and add cooked pasta, olives, and tomatoes. Mix well.
- Red onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Broccoli: 200 g
- Olive oil: to taste
- Green olives: 80 g
- Cherry tomatoes: 100 g
4
Season the dish with freshly ground black pepper, salt, and finely chopped parsley.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Parsley: to taste
5
Prepare and serve with grated parmesan.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: to taste