Lemon Ricotta Pasta: Easy Arugula Delight with Turkey Bacon
Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Arugula is a delightful dish that combines creamy ricotta and the zest of lemon, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups arugula
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and mix until combined.
- Fold in the turkey bacon and arugula. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use whole wheat pasta.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Ricotta Pasta, Arugula, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe