Lemon Ricotta Spaghetti
This lemon ricotta spaghetti is a bright and creamy Italian-inspired dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. The combination of silky ricotta and fresh lemon zest creates an effortlessly elegant quick pasta dinner.
Silky spaghetti tossed with creamy lemon ricotta and parmesan cheese ready in 15 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
base
sauce
topping
aromatics
Instructions
Cook the Spaghetti
Cook spaghetti in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve three quarters of a cup of pasta water before draining.
Make the Ricotta Sauce
In a large bowl, mix together ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and parmesan until smooth and creamy.
Combine with Pasta
Add hot drained spaghetti directly to the ricotta mixture and toss vigorously. Add pasta water a little at a time to create a silky creamy sauce.
Serve
Plate immediately and top with extra parmesan, a crack of black pepper, and fresh basil if available.
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