Fresh Spring Lemon Ricotta Pasta
A light and creamy pasta dish featuring a velvety lemon-ricotta sauce, perfect for springtime dining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta by boiling a pot of salted water. Cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Mix together ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sautéed garlic in the skillet.
- Add the ricotta mixture, tossing until the pasta is well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs. Enjoy!
Notes
For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or shrimp. It pairs well with light salads or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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