Easy Ricotta Pesto Pasta

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5.0

6 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    2

  • Calories

    635 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Easy Ricotta Pesto Pasta

This ricotta pesto pasta is a simple, yet delicious meal that uses only three main ingredients and comes together in minutes. It has the perfect combination of creamy textures and vibrant flavors with minimal prep, making it ideal for busy weeknights or when you just need a quick pasta fix. Sometimes, less really is more in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 oz Rigatoni pasta, or another short shaped pasta (½ lb)
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup pesto
  • salt to taste
  • grated parmesan cheese (optional) for serving
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 635kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 40g (62%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 68mg (23%) Sodium 685mg (29%) Potassium 180mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1802IU (36%) Calcium 364mg (36%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 635 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 635kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 40g 62%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 685mg 29%
Potassium 180mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1802IU 36%
Calcium 364mg 36%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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