Description
One-Pot Lemon Ricotta Rigatoni is a vibrant and creamy pasta dish that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal. The zesty lemon and rich ricotta create a delightful flavor combination, while the rigatoni holds the sauce beautifully. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, guaranteeing smiles around the dinner table. Embrace the warmth of home-cooked comfort with every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Chop garlic, zest lemons, and measure out your pasta.
- 2. Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente (about 10 minutes).
- 3. Sauté garlic & spinach: Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of cooking water. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Toss in spinach until just wilted.
- 4. Create the sauce: Stir in ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and juice along with reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is reached.
- 5. Toss everything together: Add cooked rigatoni back to the pot with salt and pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
- 6. Serve & garnish: Divide into bowls, top with Parmesan cheese, and optional extra lemon zest or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg