Beets are known for lowering blood pressure, improving heart health, and are a great source of nutrients according to the USDA National Nutrient Database.
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Ingredients
12 ounces of pasta
Sea Salt
2 tablespoons red vinegar
1/2 cup virgin olive oil
1 cup of cubed beets
1 bunch radish, thinly sliced
1/2 head radicchio, cored and thinly sliced
1 red onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, diced
1 cup fresh chopped basil
1/2 cup grated ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Bring noodles to boil in a pot. Reserve 1/2 cup of boiled water for later, drain the rest once noodles are tender.
- Whisk 3 tablespoons of olive oil, vinegar, cubed beets, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, radish, and radicchio.
- Heat remaining 5 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-heat. Add the red onion, garlic, sea salt, and pepper (optional).
- Add the pasta, basil, and 1/4 cup of ricotta cheese, and 1/4 cup of reserved cooking water to the beet mixture. Toss well to coat.
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