Recipe Details - OnlineCook

May 13, 2025

Celebrate with color and flavor in this vibrant creamy beet ricotta rigatoni. Roasted beets and garlic are blended with ricotta and heavy cream to form a smooth, earthy sauce that gets brightened by herbs and spices. The sauce coats every bite of al dente chickpea pasta, giving you a nutrient-packed, eye-catching dinner. Topped with melty mozzarella, Parmesan, and luxurious burrata, this dish is both comforting and stunning. Perfect for a cozy dinner in or a festive Valentine’s Day meal. It’s wholesome, bold, and utterly satisfying.

17 Ingredients

From the Cook

1/4

Creamy Beet Ricotta Rigatoni

These Carbs Don't Count

Ingredients

bowls

Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

In a food processor, combine roasted beets, ricotta, roasted garlic, and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Blend until completely smooth.

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water and drain the rest.

In a large pan, melt butter with a splash of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.

Add the beet sauce mixture and remaining 3/4 cup of heavy cream to the pan. Stir to combine.

Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and parsley. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and smooth.

Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

Plate the pasta and top each bowl with a portion of burrata and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan.

Bite Tutorial

Smart Nutrition

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

0
Review & Earn

Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus

Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!

My Notes

Your kitchen notebook is waiting.

Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.

Tips & Tricks (5)

Beet Roasting Brilliance 🥣
Wrap beets individually in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil to ensure even roasting and maximize their natural sweetness.
Pasta Water Magic 💧
Always reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining - the starchy liquid is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the rigatoni.
Ricotta Smoothing Technique 🥄
Use a blender or food processor to puree the roasted beets and ricotta for an ultra-smooth, vibrant sauce without any lumps.
Cheese Layering Pro Tip 🧀
Add the mozzarella and Parmesan under the burrata, allowing the residual heat to partially melt the cheeses while keeping the burrata's creamy texture intact.
Flavor Boost Hack 🌿
Toast the garlic powder and onion powder in the olive oil for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock deeper, more complex flavor profiles.

Intelligent Tags

Recommended Recipe Products

$9.89

EHOMEA2Z

EHOMEA2Z Italian Glass Olive Oil Dispenser Bottle - 16 Oz, Oil and Vinegar Cruet with Stainless Steel Spout for Kitchen, Slight Green Tint (1, 473ml)

View

$9.99

HIWARE

Hiware Solid Stainless Steel Spider Strainer Skimmer Ladle for Cooking and Frying, Kitchen Utensils Wire Strainer Pasta Spoon, 5.4 Inch

View

Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set - Battery Operated Stainless Steel Mill with Light (2 Mills) - Automatic One Handed Operation - Electronic Adjustable Shakers - Ceramic Grinders

$36.99

Urban Noon

Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set - Battery Operated Stainless Steel Mill with Light (2 Mills) - Automatic One Handed Operation - Electronic Adjustable Shakers - Ceramic Grinders

View

Stainless Steel Measuring Cups And Measuring Spoons 10-Piece Set, 5 Cups And 5 Spoons

$12.89

Laxinis World

Stainless Steel Measuring Cups And Measuring Spoons 10-Piece Set, 5 Cups And 5 Spoons

View

$21.99

DOWAN

DOWAN 10 OZ Ice Cream Bowls - 4.25" Ceramic Dessert Bowl Set of 6 - Porcelain Small Bowls, Bouillon Cups for Side Dishes, Ice Cream, Oatmeal, Fruit, Portion Control - Dishwasher Microwave Safe

View

$16.99

Delling

DELLING Ultra-Strong 3 Oz Ceramic Dip Bowls Set, White Dipping Sauce Bowls/Dishes for Tomato Sauce, Soy, BBQ and other Party Dinner - Set of 6

View

Folkulture Wooden Spoons for Cooking | 12" Premium Acacia Wooden Utensil Set of 5 - Smooth Finish, Soft Comfort Cooking Utensils Set for Kitchen, Gifts | Non Stick Wooden Cooking Utensils Set of 5

$29.00

Folkuture

Folkulture Wooden Spoons for Cooking | 12" Premium Acacia Wooden Utensil Set of 5 - Smooth Finish, Soft Comfort Cooking Utensils Set for Kitchen, Gifts | Non Stick Wooden Cooking Utensils Set of 5

View

$19.95

Blue Diamond

Blue Diamond 10" Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, Diamond Infused PFAS & PTFE-Free Ceramic Pot, Dishwasher & Oven Safe, Stay Cool Handle, Durable Non Toxic Metal Utensil Safe, Egg & Omelet Pan, Blue

View

$99.99

All Clad

All-Clad HA1 Hard Anodized Non Stick Fry Pan Set 2 Piece, 8, 10 Inch, Induction, Oven Broiler Safe 500F, Pots and Pans Set, Kitchen Frying Pans, Skillets, Premium Cookware, Home, Dishwasher Safe Black

View