Description
One-Pot Lemon Ricotta Rigatoni is a creamy, zesty pasta dish that brings the vibrant flavors of summer to your dinner table. With its rich ricotta and refreshing lemon zest, this recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or spontaneous gatherings with friends. Prepared in just one pot, it promises minimal cleanup while delivering a gourmet experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 medium organic lemons (zest and juice)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop garlic and greens.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add rigatoni and enough water to cover by an inch; bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until al dente.
- Lower heat; stir in ricotta cheese, lemon juice, and zest until creamy (about 3 minutes).
- Fold in spinach or kale until wilted (about 2 minutes); season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the rigatoni topped with Parmesan cheese; enjoy while hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg