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Lemon Ricotta Pasta

This Lemon Ricotta Pasta combines the creaminess of ricotta cheese with the zestiness of lemon for a fresh and simple dish. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it's light yet satisfying.

Total time
25min
10 prep, 15 cook
Per serving
542kcal
19 g protein
Difficulty
Simple
Ingredients
£1.55
average cost
Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Nutrition per serving

This Lemon Ricotta Pasta recipe contains 542 calories per serving, making it a moderate meal option. Each serving provides 19g of protein, 64g of carbohydrates, and 24g of fat, making it a good source of protein.

542kcal
Protein19g14% of calories
Carbs64g47% of calories
Fat24g39% of calories
Fibre
4.5g
Sugar
6.7g
Saturated fat
8.2g
Salt
2.4g

Ingredients

Servings
1

Method

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  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, following package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, the zest and juice of half a lemon, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Return the drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Add the ricotta mixture, stirring to coat the pasta evenly. Add a little reserved pasta water, if needed, to achieve a silky sauce.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
  5. Serve the pasta topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

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Lemon Ricotta Pasta: questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Ricotta Pasta?
This recipe takes 25 minutes in total - 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.
Is Lemon Ricotta Pasta suitable for meal prep?
Lemon Ricotta Pasta is a simple-level recipe that's great for dinner. With 19g of protein per serving, it's suitable for meal prep.
What are the main ingredients in Lemon Ricotta Pasta?
The key ingredients are Lemon, Olive Oil, Salt. This recipe is part of our Italian cuisine collection.
Is Lemon Ricotta Pasta healthy?
This recipe contains 542 calories per serving with 19g of protein.

Recipe from MealMatcher.co.uk