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Lemon Ricotta Pasta & Spinach

A creamy and zesty pasta dish featuring ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and a hint of lemon, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
Sauce
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach Chopped
  • 1 lemon Zest and juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan. Mix well.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with spinach and garlic. Pour the ricotta mixture over the pasta and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired creaminess.
  2. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like basil or parsley.

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