Description
Looking for a quick weeknight meal that’s light, creamy, and full of flavor? This Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a perfect go-to for busy evenings or lazy weekends. With pantry staples like pasta, ricotta, lemon, and fresh spinach, you’ll enjoy a bright, zesty dish that tastes like something from your favorite restaurant. It’s the perfect balance of indulgent and wholesome, fitting beautifully into your list of easy dinner ideas, quick recipes, or even healthy-ish comfort food meals.
Ingredients
200g spaghetti or linguine
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. In a large bowl, whisk ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup pasta water until creamy.
4. Add hot drained pasta and spinach into the ricotta mixture. Toss to combine and wilt the spinach.
5. Stir in parmesan cheese. Add extra pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
6. Serve hot with extra lemon zest and cracked pepper if desired.
Notes
Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to fit dietary needs.
Add red pepper flakes for a gentle heat boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg