Chorizo & Cherry Tomato Orecchiette
with Basil Pesto & Parmesan Cheese
- Gluten
- Milk
- Almond
- Cashew
- Pine Nut
- Walnut
- Soy
- Eggs
- May contain traces of allergens
Orecchiette literally means ālittle ears.ā A very fitting noodle for this dish, as this bowl of pasta is like music to ours! Said pasta is cooked to al dente perfection, then tossed with a chorizo-studded sauce. Topped off with a sprinkle of Parmesan, it doesnāt get much better than this.
Ingredients
1 packet
orecchiette
(Contains: Gluten May be present: Soy, Eggs)
1 packet
Mild Chorizo
1 punnet(s)
cherry tomatoes
1 bag
baby spinach leaves
1 packet
basil pesto
(Contains: Milk, Almond, Cashew, Pine Nut, Walnut)
1 packet
Grated Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
olive oil
Nutrition
Utensils
Cooking Steps
ā¢ Boil the kettle. Half-fill a large saucepan with boiling water and a generous pinch of salt. ā¢ Cook orecchiette in boiling water, over high heat, until āal denteā, 8 minutes. ā¢ Drain orecchiette, then return to saucepan with a drizzle of olive oil.
TIP: 'Al dente' pasta is cooked through but still slightly firm in the centre.
ā¢ Meanwhile, roughly chop mild chorizo. ā¢ Heat a large frying pan over high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook chorizo, tossing, until golden, 4-5 minutes.
ā¢ While chorizo is cooking, halve cherry tomatoes.
ā¢ When you're ready to pack lunch, stir chorizo, cherry tomatoes and baby spinach leaves through the cooked pasta. Season to taste. ā¢ Divide pasta between two microwave-safe containers. Top with basil pesto and grated Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate. ā¢ When you are ready for lunch, stir to combine. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour:Ā Tasty and satisfying, though some found the combination of salty ingredients overpowering.
- Ease of prep:Ā Quick and simple to prepare; kids can even help with the cooking.
- Suggestions:Ā Consider reducing pesto to balance flavours; try adding capsicum for extra vegetables.
- Portions:Ā Generous serving size; can easily be stretched to make 3-4 lunches.
