5 from 2 votes
Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Delicious, tangy, and light, this easy Lemon Ricotta Pasta is the perfect main or side in 15 minutes or less! With creamy ricotta cheese, plenty of fresh lemon, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this spaghetti will be a hit with the whole family!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
533 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian, American
Ingredients
- 12 ounces linguine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2-3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon zest and juice of
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese plus extra to serve, grated
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 ounces basil washed and chopped, fresh leaves
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
- While the pasta cooks, take a large pan and preheat over low heat. Add the garlic and oil and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in the milk, ricotta, lemon zest and juice, and 1/4 of the parmesan. Add the reserved pasta water and stir well until creamy.
- As soon as the pasta is done, add it to the pan with the ricotta sauce, and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and freshly chopped basil; stir to coat with the creamy sauce.
- Serve while hot and enjoy!
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Notes
- Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave, splashed with a bit of water or milk to keep it from drying out as you rewarm it. This recipe is not suitable for freezing.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
533kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
72g
(24%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
44mg
(15%)
Sodium
289mg
(12%)
Potassium
410mg
(9%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1196IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
329mg
(33%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 533
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 533kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 72g | 24% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 289mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1196IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 329mg | 33% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.