Pasta alla Norma with aubergine and ricotta
Pasta alla Norma with aubergine and ricotta is ready in 30 minutes (20 hands-on) and has 614 kcal and 20 g of protein per serving. One serving costs about $1.92. Prices from Walmart, 2026.

- Total time
- 30 min
- Hands-on
- 20 min
- Calories
- 614 kcal
- Cost per serving
- $1.92
Ingredients (Serves: 2)
- Penne170 g
- Eggplant400 g
- Crushed tomatoes (can)300 g
- Ricotta80 g
- Garlic8 g
- Fresh basil8 g
- Olive oil28 g
Method
Cut the aubergine into cubes, sprinkle with salt and leave for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
Fry the aubergine in a large pan with the oil for 10 minutes until golden and soft. Add the sliced garlic for the last minute.
Pour in the tomato, season and simmer for 8 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the penne in boiling salted water for 11 minutes.
Drain the penne, toss with the sauce, and serve with the ricotta crumbled on top and the basil leaves.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 614 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 89 g |
| Sugars | 17 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 12 g |
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