Irresistible Shrimp and Lemon Ricotta Spaghetti in 30 Minutes
A delicious and creamy shrimp and lemon ricotta spaghetti dish that’s perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti: cook according to package instructions
- 1 lb shrimp: peeled and deveined
- 1 cup ricotta cheese: creamy and smooth
- 1 lemon: zest and juice
- 2 cloves garlic: minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil: for sautéing
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes: optional for heat
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley: chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the pan and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same pan, add ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir until creamy.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat with the ricotta mixture.
- Return the shrimp to the pan and gently mix. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg