Beetroot fettuccine with lemon butter, feta & walnuts.
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
Our Beetroot with Feta Pasta recipe has a vibrant fusion of colours and flavours, with a symphony of earthy beets, creamy feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, and zesty lemon. A plate of artistry for your palate awaits!
Ingredients:
For the Beetroot Pasta Dough:
1 medium-sized roasted beetroot, peeled and pureed
250g 00 flour (plus extra for dusting)
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 large egg yolks
For Assembly and Garnish:
Salt for boiling water
Feta cheese, crumbled
Chopped walnuts
Zest from 1 lemon
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Method
Step 1: Prepare the Beetroot Puree
Roast a medium-sized beetroot in the oven until it's tender.
Let it cool, peel it, and puree it until smooth. You should have about 1/2 cup of beetroot puree.
Step 2: Make the Pasta Dough
Create a mound of 250g of 00 flour on a clean surface.
Make a well in the center of the flour.
Step 3: Mix the Pasta Dough
In a bowl, combine the beetroot puree, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and 4 egg yolks.
Pour this mixture into the well in the flour.
Step 4: Form the Dough
Gradually mix the flour into the wet ingredients until it forms a dough.
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic. Add more flour if it's too sticky.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Step 5: Roll and Cut the Pasta
Divide the rested dough into smaller portions for easier handling.
Roll out each portion into thin sheets using a pasta machine or a rolling pin. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
Cut the sheets into your desired pasta shape.
Step 6: Cook the Pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the beetroot pasta and cook for 2-3 minutes or until al dente. Fresh pasta cooks quickly.
Step 7: Assemble the Dish
Drain the cooked beetroot pasta and transfer it to a serving dish.
Crumble feta cheese over the pasta.
Sprinkle chopped walnuts and lemon zest over the pasta.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 8: Garnish and Serve
Garnish your homemade Beetroot Pasta with fresh parsley for color and freshness.
Serve the dish immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavours and beautiful colours!