Noodles with Ricotta Walnuts
Creamy, nutty, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Noodles with Ricotta Walnuts recipe is a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Tender fettuccine noodles are coated in a luscious ricotta and lemon zest sauce, balanced by the warm, toasty crunch of chopped walnuts. A touch of garlic-infused olive oil brings aromatic depth, while freshly grated Parmesan adds a savory finish. This 25-minute recipe seamlessly blends simple ingredients with gourmet appeal, making it ideal for pasta lovers seeking comfort and sophistication in every bite. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and pair it with a crisp white wine for an unforgettable meal! Keywords: ricotta walnut pasta, creamy fettuccine recipe, quick and easy pasta, toasted walnut sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine noodles
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.75 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the noodles cook, toast the walnuts. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add the walnuts, and toast for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Once toasted, roughly chop and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss the noodles gently to coat with the garlic oil.
Stir in the ricotta mixture, gradually adding reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Add the chopped walnuts and half of the parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss again until everything is evenly combined.
Serve the noodles immediately, topped with the remaining parmesan cheese and sprinkled with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.3 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 48.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2934 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.2 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 100.6 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1568 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 695 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
