Description
The Best Lemon Ricotta Pasta is a delightful dish that combines creamy ricotta with zesty lemon for a refreshing and satisfying meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With its vibrant flavors and appealing presentation, it’s a dish everyone will love. Plus, the use of fresh ingredients ensures a burst of taste in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 medium fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until golden brown (about 1-2 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in ricotta cheese and lemon juice until smooth. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing until well coated with the sauce.
- Stir in lemon zest and grated Parmesan; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg