Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach
A creamy and zesty Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
- Whisk together the ricotta, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
- Reserve a bit of pasta water before draining the cooked pasta.
- Combine the hot pasta with the ricotta mixture, adding reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.
- Stir in the fresh spinach until just wilted.
- Serve in bowls garnished with black pepper and additional lemon zest.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free pasta. To enhance flavor, consider adding cherry tomatoes or grilled chicken.
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