Lemon Ricotta Pasta
A quick and delicious Lemon Ricotta Pasta with zesty flavors, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pasta
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Save about a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Make the ricotta mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with lemon zest and the juice of half the lemon. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine everything: Add drained pasta to the skillet, stir in the ricotta mixture, and add reserved pasta water a little at a time until achieving desired sauce consistency.
- Finish with fresh ingredients: Add remaining lemon juice, adjust seasoning, and toss in freshly torn basil leaves.
- Plate and serve: Serve immediately with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with a side salad or garlic bread. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and veggie additions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: lemon pasta, ricotta pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian recipe
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