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lemon ricotta pasta

LEMON RICOTTA PASTA

This lemon ricotta pasta is creamy, citrusy and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. If you’re looking for an easy pasta recipe ready in under 30 minutes, this is it!

Ingredients
  

  • 1-16 oz pack pasta
  • broccoli & spinach, optional
  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • Lemon juice and zest*
  • 1/4 freshly grated Parmesan
  • Salt, pepper and garlic powder - to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. While the pasta is boiling, sauté your vegetables until tender.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan, and seasonings. Gradually add pasta water until creamy.
  4. Add the pasta and vegetables. Toss until well coated and evenly distributed.
  5. Serve with more Parmesan, lemon zest, parsley, or chili flakes.