Bright and Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta Recipe is a must-try!
A delightful pasta dish featuring a creamy lemon ricotta sauce that is both bright and refreshing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the ricotta mixture.
- Toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat ricotta cheese.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
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: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg