Quick Flavorful Minute Lemon Ricotta Pasta w Spinach Recipe
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor this delicious lemon ricotta pasta w spinach perfect for a quick meal Ready in minutes its a flavorful dish for busy nights
Ingredients
Scale
200 grams of pasta (penne, fusilli, or farfalle)
250 grams of ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon of lemon zest
150 grams of fresh spinach
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil.
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce by combining ricotta, lemon juice, and zest in a bowl, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
In a separate pan, sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a bit of pasta water before draining.
In a large bowl, mix the hot pasta with the lemon ricotta sauce and sautéed spinach. Adjust the sauce's consistency using reserved pasta water.
Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, cracked pepper, and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
A delightful and quick meal, this Minute Lemon Ricotta Pasta combines creamy ricotta cheese, tangy lemon zest, and nutritious spinach all tossed in pasta for a perfect weeknight dinner.
