{"id":5329,"date":"2026-03-19T14:30:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T14:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orgula.hr\/creamy-pasta-with-vegetables-and-olive-oil\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T14:30:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T14:30:16","slug":"creamy-pasta-with-vegetables-and-olive-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orgula.hr\/en\/creamy-pasta-with-vegetables-and-olive-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy pasta with vegetables and olive oil"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper nutrition in childhood plays an important role in growth, development, and the formation of healthy habits that children often maintain into adulthood. Meals that are simple, nutritionally balanced, and prepared with quality ingredients can be a great way for children to experience a variety of flavors and healthy foods. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the simple meals that is easy to prepare, and which children often enjoy eating, is this creamy pasta with vegetables and olive oil. The combination of vegetables, pasta and olive oil provides a balanced meal that is gentle for children&#8217;s bodies, but also tasty enough for the whole family. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients (2 servings)<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">120 g small pasta<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 small carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">handful of cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon BIO Junior extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\u20132 tablespoons of cottage cheese or ricotta<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a little grated hard cheese (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a pinch of dried basil or parsley<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut the carrots and cauliflower into smaller pieces and steam or cook them in a little water for about 5 to 7 minutes, until soft.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strain the vegetables and lightly chop them with a stick blender to get a creamy texture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir a tablespoon of Orgula BIO Junior extra virgin olive oil into the warm vegetables.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add cottage cheese or ricotta for extra creaminess.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta and sprinkle with a little grated cheese and herbs, if desired.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this meal a good choice for children?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe combines several important nutritional elements needed by the child&#8217;s body:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber and complex carbohydrates from pasta and vegetables provide energy for daily activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy fats from olive oil are an important part of a balanced diet and contribute to the proper functioning of the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables provide vitamins and minerals that support growth and development.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is easily digestible, which makes it a suitable meal for younger children.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another advantage of this dish is its adaptability. You can change the vegetables depending on the season or your child&#8217;s preferences &#8211; for example, add zucchini, broccoli or peas. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Proper nutrition in childhood plays an important role in growth, development, and the formation of healthy habits that children often maintain into adulthood. Meals that are simple, nutritionally balanced, and prepared with quality ingredients can be a great way for children to experience a variety of flavors and healthy foods. 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