Lemon Ricotta Fettuccine
Bright, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor, Lemon Ricotta Fettuccine is a simple yet elegant pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe combines tender fettuccine with a luscious sauce made from whole-milk ricotta, sharp Parmesan cheese, and vibrant lemon zest and juice, delivering a balanced medley of zesty and creamy textures. Infused with fragrant garlic and enriched with silky pasta water, the sauce clings beautifully to each strand of pasta, creating a velvety finish. A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley adds a pop of color, while a final garnish of Parmesan completes this irresistible dish. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is a delicious way to elevate your pasta night with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 0.5 cups of pasta water before draining.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Once the pasta is cooked, immediately transfer it to the bowl with the ricotta mixture. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce, adding a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water at a time to loosen the sauce to your desired consistency.
Step 4
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Step 5
Garnish the pasta with fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan before serving.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your Lemon Ricotta Fettuccine!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (884.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2214.8 |
| Total Fat 89.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 182.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3896.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 265.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.1g | |
| Protein 95.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1441.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 382.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories