Ricotta and Lemon-Basil Pasta

Health score
13%
Ricotta and Lemon-Basil Pasta
17 min.
4
291kcal

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If you’re looking for a fresh and delightful pasta dish that combines creamy textures with zesty flavors, look no further than this Ricotta and Lemon-Basil Pasta. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light main course, this recipe is not only incredibly easy to prepare but will also impress your friends and family with its vibrant taste.

The star of the dish is the luscious ricotta cheese, which provides a velvety base that harmonizes beautifully with the refreshing notes of lemon and the aromatic essence of fresh basil. Each bite is a celebration of flavors, where the bright acidity of lemon juice and zest dances on your palate, while the basil adds an herbal freshness that is simply irresistible.

In just 17 minutes, you can bring this colorful dish to your table, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, including pasta, ricotta, and herbs, this recipe is a testament to the idea that simplicity can lead to culinary greatness.

For added sophistication, consider pairing this dish with a lovely glass of Wolf Blass South Australian Chardonnay. Its citrusy notes and subtle hints of oak will complement the flavors of the pasta beautifully, turning your meal into an unforgettable experience. Treat yourself to this delightfully satisfying Ricotta and Lemon-Basil Pasta, and enjoy a burst of flavor in every forkful!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon rind grated
  • ounces part-skim ricotta cheese 
  • ounces soup noodles such as seashell or campanelle uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
  2. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
  3. Combine ricotta, next 5 ingredients (through pepper), and reserved cooking liquid in a large bowl.
  4. Add the pasta, and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.
  6. Serve immediately.
  7. Wine note: Wolf Blass South Australian Chardonnay, around $12, is a classy number that tastes like twice the price. It combines lemony fruit and a soft kiss of toasty oak to complement the zestiness of the pasta and nuttiness from the green beans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein19.42%
Fat16.82%
Carbs63.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
17.06
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.129565246727%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.63kcal
14.53%
Fat:5.37g
8.26%
Saturated Fat:2.96g
18.48%
Carbohydrates:45.79g
15.26%
Net Carbohydrates:43.82g
15.94%
Sugar:1.81g
2.01%
Cholesterol:17.58mg
5.86%
Sodium:510.48mg
22.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.95g
27.89%
Selenium:45.33µg
64.75%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.81%
Phosphorus:212.52mg
21.25%
Calcium:171.06mg
17.11%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.52%
Magnesium:40.25mg
10.06%
Copper:0.19mg
9.68%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.32%
Fiber:1.97g
7.86%
Vitamin K:7.09µg
6.75%
Potassium:209.81mg
5.99%
Vitamin A:298.69IU
5.97%
Iron:1.07mg
5.94%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.15%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.87%
Folate:19.45µg
4.86%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.33%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.95%
Vitamin C:2.37mg
2.87%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.74%
Source:My Recipes