Lemon Ricotta Pasta & Spinach: 5 Amazing Fresh Comfort Dish
A creamy and refreshing pasta dish made with ricotta, lemon, and tender spinach for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh spinach
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup pasta water
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente and reserve pasta water.
- Mix ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss.
- Stir in ricotta mixture and pasta water gradually.
- Add Parmesan and butter, mixing until creamy.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
Keep heat low when adding ricotta for smooth texture.
Adjust lemon to taste.
Add protein if desired.