How To Make Ricotta, Broccoli & Lemon Penne
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
- grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Stir in the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through.
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Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Calories : 380kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 31mg
- Sodium : 213mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 54g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 13g
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