Lemon Ricotta Pasta: The Easy, Indulgent Meal You’ll Love
This Lemon Ricotta Pasta is a quick and indulgent dish that brings fresh flavors to your dinner table.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the pasta and combine with the ricotta mixture.
- Toss in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for a pop of color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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