Lemon Ricotta Pasta

September 8, 2026

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Sometimes you just need a quick, filling weeknight meal. This one-pan lemon ricotta pasta fits the bill! It’s great on its own or served with chicken and a side salad.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. linguine pasta or pasta of choice
  • 15 oz. ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. dried parsley
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2-1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1-2 tsp. lemon pepper
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

Instructions

  • Boil noodles in salted water to desired doneness.
  • Reserve one cup of pasta water, drain pasta and add pasta back to pot.
  • Stir in garlic to hot pasta for a few seconds then add remaining ingredients.
  • Stir in reserved pasta water a bit at a time until it’s not so thick and ingredients are incorporated.
  • Sprinkle with lemon pepper and a little extra parmesan, if desired.

Recipe inspired by tastyoven.com.

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