Lemon Ricotta Pasta & Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Lemon Ricotta Pasta & Spinach dish that bursts with freshness and flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, this creamy pasta is a delightful blend of rich ricotta cheese, zesty lemon juice, and tender spinach, making it a perfect balance of lightness and satisfaction. Each bite invites you to savor the warm, comforting essence of Italian cooking while remaining refreshingly simple. Whether enjoyed solo or served alongside a crisp salad, this recipe is guaranteed to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb (8oz) pasta (spaghetti, linguine, penne, or fusilli)
- 1 cup (9oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 8 oz (230g) fresh baby spinach
- 1/3 cup (35g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unwaxed lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove (grated or pressed)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, adding salt generously. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese with olive oil, grated Parmesan, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- One minute before pasta is done, add the fresh spinach to the boiling water. Drain the pasta and spinach together.
- Return drained pasta and spinach to the pot. Stir in the ricotta mixture along with a splash of reserved cooking water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Toss until thoroughly combined; serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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