Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Parmesan and Pistachios
Lemon ricotta pasta is proof that simple ingredients are all it takes to create a completely satisfying dish. Creamy ricotta, sharp Parmesan, and a bright squeeze of lemon come together in minutes for a pasta that feels comforting yet fresh.
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
12 minutes
INGREDIENTS
10
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb1 lb1 lb Pasta
- 1.5 cups1.5 cups1.5 cups Ricotta
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Parmesan Cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Lemon Zest, plus more for garnish
- 1 pinch1 pinch1 pinch Nutmeg
- 1 pinch1 pinch1 pinch Salt and Pepper
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Pasta Water
- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup0.25 cup0.25 cup Pistachios, Roasted, chopped, slightly toasted
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ricotta, Parmesan, lemon juice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Before draining the pasta, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
- Add a few tablespoons of warm pasta water to the ricotta mixture and whisk until silky and loosened. Continue adding small amounts until the sauce reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Drain the pasta and immediately transfer it to the bowl with the ricotta mixture. Toss until evenly coated. Add additional pasta water as needed to help the sauce cling to the noodles.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or plate individually. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, toasted pistachios, extra Parmesan, and a light dusting of lemon zest.
- Serve immediately.
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Coconut Free Entrées Nightshade Free Other Pescetarian Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 721 |
| Fat: | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 32 g |
| Protein: | 82 g |
| Cholesterol: | 60 g |
| Sodium: | 1497 mg |
| Fiber: | 7 g |
| Sugars: | 0 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
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