Description
This Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring fresh lemon, creamy ricotta, and tender pasta. It’s the perfect weeknight meal, bursting with citrusy brightness and a silky texture. Ideal for vegetarians and ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ozpasta (linguine or spaghetti)
- 1 cupricotta cheese
- 1lemon (zest and juice)
- ¼ cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 2garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cupreserved pasta water
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash more pasta water.
Use whole milk ricotta for the best texture.
Add peas or spinach for a veggie boost.
Nutrition
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g