Description
A bright and creamy pasta dish featuring fresh spinach, tangy ricotta, and a burst of lemon zest. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Mix until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian