Pasta with Spinach Ricotta
Creamy, comforting, and effortlessly elegant, Pasta with Spinach Ricotta is the perfect quick dinner recipe that combines wholesome ingredients with gourmet flair. Featuring tender pasta tossed in a silky ricotta cheese sauce, brightened by earthy spinach, and seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and a hint of nutmeg, this dish delivers indulgent flavor in just 25 minutes. The secret lies in reserving pasta water to create a luscious, velvety sauce that clings to every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, this vegetarian pasta recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil to elevate this simple yet sophisticated meal even further. Keywords: easy pasta recipe, vegetarian dinner, spinach ricotta pasta, quick meals, creamy pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 200 grams Fresh spinach
- 250 grams Ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional), freshly grated
- 120 milliliters Pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted, stirring occasionally.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Stir until well blended.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the spinach. Pour in the reserved pasta cooking water and stir to combine.
Add the ricotta mixture to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1406 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.9 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 3622 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.2 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 73.5 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1810 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
