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Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach

Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach for Easy Comfort

A quick and delightful Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach that offers a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for any family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta Any pasta shape works, but fettuccine is ideal.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Creamy base, low-fat can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with butter.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred.
For the Greens
  • 4 cups fresh spinach Alternatively, kale can be used.
For the Flavor
  • 1 unit zest of lemon Use a microplane for fine zest.
  • 1 unit juice of lemon Adjust to taste.
For Seasoning
  • salt To taste.
  • freshly ground black pepper To taste, or use red pepper flakes.
For Serving
  • to taste Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • microplane

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add fresh spinach to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Lower heat and stir in ricotta cheese, blending for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.
  5. Incorporate lemon zest and juice, cooking for another minute.
  6. Add drained pasta to skillet, tossing to coat. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then give a final toss.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal. Adjust lemon to taste for a brighter flavor.

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