Description
Stanley Tucci’s Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Arugula is a vibrant and satisfying dish that elevates your dining experience in just 30 minutes. With its luscious ricotta, zesty lemon, and peppery arugula, this pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Every bite bursts with freshness and flavor, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups arugula
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large bowl, mix ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a splash of reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Combine: Toss the hot pasta in the bowl with the creamy mixture. Add more pasta water if needed for desired creaminess.
- Add arugula: Fold in the arugula gently until wilted yet vibrant.
- Serve: Plate the pasta generously and top with Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg