Experience the vibrant flavors of Malloreddus with vegetables, sausage, and saffron – a satisfying Italian dish.

Malloreddus with Vegetables, Sausage, and Saffron

Malloreddus are small, ridged gnocchi typical of Sardinia, ideal for capturing sauces and enhancing every flavor nuance. This recipe features Malloreddus with vegetables, sausage, and saffron, resulting in a rich and colorful dish. The golden hue of saffron adds its distinctive flavor and aroma, while the robust taste of sausage pairs beautifully with fresh diced carrots, zucchini, peas, and potatoes, which are cooked quickly to maintain a firm and crunchy texture. Hearty and satisfying, Malloreddus with vegetables, sausage, and saffron can be prepared in just a few steps and will delight your taste buds with the first bite!

If you’re looking for more Italian recipes featuring saffron, here are some ideas:

• Saffron Zucchini Pasta
• Monzese Pasta
• Tuna and Saffron Pasta

Ingredients

• 300g Malloreddus pasta
• 150g Italian sausage
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 100g peas
• 1 potato, diced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 pinch of saffron
• Olive oil, to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
2. Add the sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until browned.
3. Stir in the diced carrots, zucchini, and potatoes, cooking for about 5 minutes.
4. Add the peas and saffron, mixing well.
5. Meanwhile, cook the Malloreddus in salted boiling water according to package instructions.
6. Once cooked, drain the Malloreddus and add them to the vegetable and sausage mixture, tossing to combine.
7. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Total Time

30 min

Cuisine

Italian