Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 454kcal 22%
Fat 18g 27%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Carbohydrates 56g 18%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Protein 17g 34%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 501mg 20%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Name: Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 16 ounces pasta; ¼ cup pasta cooking water; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil); 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (from 1 medium lemon); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Minced fresh parsley, additional Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper (optional)

Prep 10m

Cook 12m

Total 22m

This creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta is a delightful blend of tangy lemon, rich ricotta, and savory Parmesan. Tossed with al dente pasta and sprinkled with fresh parsley, it's a simple yet luxurious dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party.