microgreen-varieties-casa-verde-microfarm

Homemade Pasta Enriched with Microgreens

Recipe by Amy Barfoot Sullivan
Course: MainCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Medium
Servings

servings
Prep time

minutes
Cooking time

minutes
Calories

kcal

Dive into the fresh flavors of homemade pasta with our easy-to-follow recipe. We’ve taken classic pasta dough and given it a nutritious twist by adding microgreens. This simple addition turns your ordinary pasta into a gourmet experience, packed with both flavor and health benefits. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to guide you through creating a delicious, green-infused pasta that’s sure to impress. 

Ingredients

  • 250 grams All-purpose flour

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 60 grams microgreens (such as spinach or arugula), blanched and chopped

  • Salt to taste

Directions

  • Prepare the Microgreens:
    Blanch the microgreens in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
    Once cooled, drain and squeeze out excess water. Add them to the food processor.
  • Make the Dough:
    In a food processor, combine the greens whole egg, egg yolk, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Pulse to mix.
    Add the flour to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture begins to form a ball.
  • Roll and Cut the Pasta:
    Divide the dough into four pieces. Work with one piece at a time, keeping the others covered.
    Flatten the dough into a rectangle shape, then pass it through a pasta machine, starting with the widest setting. Fold the dough in half and pass it through again. Repeat this process, reducing the setting each time, until you reach the desired thickness.
    Cut the pasta sheets into your preferred shape using a knife or pasta cutter.
  • Cook the Pasta:
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 2-3 minutes, or until al dente.
    Drain the pasta and serve with your favorite sauce.
  • Note: This homemade pasta dough, enriched with the goodness of microgreens, offers a unique twist on a classic dish. The microgreens not only add a vibrant green hue but also infuse the pasta with a subtle, earthy flavor that pairs wonderfully with a light garlic and olive oil sauce or a creamy Alfredo.
    Enjoy your Green Gourmet pasta creation!

Notes

Amy Barfoot Sullivan est l’auteur de cette recette. La recette peut être trouvée sur microleaffarms.ca

Laisser un commentaire

Votre adresse e-mail ne sera pas publiée. Les champs obligatoires sont indiqués avec *

Ce site utilise Akismet pour réduire les indésirables. En savoir plus sur comment les données de vos commentaires sont utilisées.