Description
A creamy, bright pasta dish with ricotta, fresh spinach, and a zesty lemon kick, perfect for a quick yet elegant meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until smooth.
- Drain pasta and return it to the pot. Add the ricotta mixture and spinach, tossing to combine. Add reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian-American