Description
Lemon Ricotta Zucchini Pasta is a light and refreshing dish that brings the taste of summer right to your table. With spiralized zucchini noodles enveloped in a creamy lemon ricotta sauce, this delightful meal is enhanced by aromatic garlic and fresh basil. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this quick recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, allowing for easy customization with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchinis into noodle shapes; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes until slightly softened but still al dente.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour over the zucchini noodles in the skillet.
- Gently fold in chopped basil until evenly mixed.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional basil or lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg