Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCALI - St. PeteBig Italy Bowl Recipe

Big Italy Bowl Recipe

Inspired by CALI - St. Pete
Time1h
Serves4

Roasted broccoli, mushrooms & grape tomatoes, herb-garlic oil, almond ricotta, pomodoro [Suggested Protein: Chickpea Lentil Bites | Suggested Base: Spaghetti Squash]

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Ingredients

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Vegetables and Protein

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Vegetables

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the broccoli, mushrooms, and grape tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.

  2. 2

    Make the Herb-Garlic Oil

    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Almond Ricotta

    In a food processor, blend soaked almonds, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt until creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Pomodoro Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, then stir in fresh basil.

  5. 5

    Combine and Serve

    In a large bowl, combine roasted vegetables, chickpeas, lentils, and herb-garlic oil. Serve over cooked spaghetti squash, topped with almond ricotta and pomodoro sauce.

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