Super Quick Ricotta Pasta — Fresh, Creamy & Delicious
A fast, creamy pasta made with ricotta, garlic, parmesan, and lemon — ready in under 20 minutes and perfect for a cozy, satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 15–20 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced or grated
- Zest of 1 lemon (or 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- Optional: chili flakes, fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Return pasta to pot or skillet. Add ricotta mixture and ¼ cup pasta water.
- Toss over low heat until creamy and well coated. Add more water as needed.
- Taste, season, and garnish with herbs or chili flakes. Serve warm.
Notes
Add spinach, peas, or roasted veggies for a boost. Easily made gluten- or dairy-free with simple swaps.