Lemon Ricotta Pasta by @whatwouldkaylacook

22 min

4 servings

๐Ÿ

400 g

Spaghetti

๐Ÿง€

350 g

Fresh ricotta

๐Ÿง€

120 ml

Parmesan cheese

๐Ÿ‹

2

Lemon zest

๐Ÿ‹

1

Lemon juice

๐Ÿซ’

2 tbsp

Extra virgin olive oil

๐Ÿ

120 ml

Pasta water

๐Ÿง‚

Salt

โšซ

Black pepper

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

1 pinch

Chilli flakes

๐ŸŒฟ

Fresh basil

  1. Cook
    • Spaghetti
    • Salt
    • Pasta water

    Cook the spaghetti in generously salted boiling water until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.

  2. Combine
    • Fresh ricotta
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Lemon zest

    In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and chilli flakes.

  3. Add
    • Spaghetti
    • Pasta water
    • Fresh ricotta

    Add the hot pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water, then toss everything together until silky, adding more pasta water as needed.

  4. Garnish
    • Fresh basil
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Lemon zest

    Finish with fresh basil, extra Parmesan, plenty of lemon zest and freshly cracked black pepper.

Lemon Ricotta Pasta by @whatwouldkaylacook

22 min

4 servings

๐Ÿ

400 g

Spaghetti

๐Ÿง€

350 g

Fresh ricotta

๐Ÿง€

120 ml

Parmesan cheese

๐Ÿ‹

2

Lemon zest

๐Ÿ‹

1

Lemon juice

๐Ÿซ’

2 tbsp

Extra virgin olive oil

๐Ÿ

120 ml

Pasta water

๐Ÿง‚

Salt

โšซ

Black pepper

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

1 pinch

Chilli flakes

๐ŸŒฟ

Fresh basil

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1/4

    Cook the spaghetti in generously salted boiling water until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.

    ๐ŸSpaghetti
    ๐Ÿง‚Salt
    ๐ŸPasta water
    ๐ŸงบColander

  2. Step 2/4

    In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and chilli flakes.

    ๐Ÿง€Fresh ricotta
    ๐Ÿง€Parmesan cheese
    ๐Ÿ‹Lemon zest
    ๐Ÿ‹Lemon juice
    ๐Ÿซ’Extra virgin olive oil
    ๐Ÿง‚Salt
    โšซBlack pepper
    ๐ŸŒถ๏ธChilli flakes
    ๐ŸฅฃLarge bowl
    ๐Ÿง€Grater

  3. Step 3/4

    Add the hot pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water, then toss everything together until silky, adding more pasta water as needed.

    ๐ŸSpaghetti
    ๐ŸPasta water
    ๐ŸฅฃLarge bowl
    ๐ŸฅขTongs

  4. Step 4/4

    Finish with fresh basil, extra Parmesan, plenty of lemon zest and freshly cracked black pepper.

    ๐ŸŒฟFresh basil
    ๐Ÿง€Parmesan cheese
    ๐Ÿ‹Lemon zest
    โšซBlack pepper
    ๐Ÿง€Grater

Composition

Ingredients

Types

Grains, Pasta, Dairy, Fruit, Oil, Other, Spices, Herbs

Ingredients

Spaghetti, Fresh ricotta, Parmesan cheese, Lemon zest, Lemon juice, Extra virgin olive oil, Pasta water, Salt, Black pepper, Chilli flakes, Fresh basil

Notes

Spaghetti (or linguine), Parmesan cheese (freshly grated, extra, to finish), Lemon zest (zest of 2 lemons), Pasta water (reserved, as needed), Salt (to taste), Black pepper (freshly cracked, to taste), Fresh basil (to serve)

Allergens

Gluten, Milk

Dietetics

Dietary regimen

Pescatarian, Nut-Free, soy-free, Sugar-Free, Vegetarian

Calories

560 kcal

Macro nutrients

Protein: 22g, Carbohydrates: 68g, Fat: 21g, Fiber: 3g, Sugars: 3g

Nutritional Information

Minerals

Calcium: 320mg, Sodium: 480mg, Iron: 2mg, Phosphorus: 280mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A: 180mcg, Vitamin C: 15mg, Vitamin B12: 0.5mcg

Preparation

Time Information

Preparation

10 minutes

Cooking

12 minutes

Overall

22 minutes

Difficulty

Level

Easy (1/4)

Steps

4 steps

Equipments

Utensils

Large bowl, Colander, Grater, Tongs

Appliances

Stove

Type

Type

Type Of Dish

Main Course

Occasions

Dinner Party, Summer Entertaining

Origin

Source

Platform

instagram

Original Creator

@whatwouldkaylacook

Origin

Cuisine

Italian

Geographic

Italy, Europe

Various

Aspect

Texture

Creamy, Silky, Smooth

Flavors

Citrusy, Creamy, Savory, Spicy (mild)

Other

Price

Low

Recommended Preservation

fridge

Preservation Infos

leftovers : 2 days (store in an airtight container,reheat gently with a splash of water or milk to restore creaminess)