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Lemon Ricotta Pasta

This tangy, creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta is light yet satisfying. It’s one of our favorite dishes for an evening when we’re eager to get dinner on the table.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 738 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pasta noodles reserve 1 cup of water before draining pasta
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • red pepper flakes to taste
  • 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • basil leaves for serving
  • lemon slices for serving

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet. Add garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Saute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ricotta to the pan and whisk together until completely combined.
  4. Add the pasta water and parmesan cheese. Whisk until combined. Top with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add noodles and stir until coated.
  6. Serve with fresh basil leaves and lemon slices.

Nutrition Information

Calories 738kcal (37%) Carbohydrates 90g (30%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Cholesterol 61mg (20%) Sodium 243mg (10%) Potassium 392mg (11%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 545IU (11%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 323mg (32%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 738

% Daily Value*

Calories 738kcal 37%
Carbohydrates 90g 30%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 243mg 10%
Potassium 392mg 8%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 545IU 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 323mg 32%
Iron 2mg 11%

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