Description
Enjoy this bright and creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach that combines fresh lemon zest, tender greens, and a luscious ricotta sauce. Perfect for a quick, light dinner that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
Ingredients
12 oz (340 g) pasta (spaghetti or your preferred type)
1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add spinach, cook until wilted (2–3 minutes), then remove from heat.
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Whisk ricotta, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
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Toss pasta with spinach in skillet, pour ricotta mixture over, and combine, adding pasta water gradually for desired sauce consistency.
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Serve immediately, garnish with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and lemon to taste.
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Add protein or nuts for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
