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Mediterranean Pasta with Lemon Ricotta [Gluten Free]

Foodie Loves Fitness
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz gluten free fusilli or other short shaped pasta
  • 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup jar roasted red peppers sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1-6.5 oz jar marinated artichoke hearts chopped
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 2 TBSP fresh basil chopped
  • 1 cup part skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 TSP grated lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 TBSP of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves and cook until lightly browned.
  • Add the roasted peppers and artichoke hearts, and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and tomatoes in, and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted and the tomatoes are softened. Mix in the fresh basil.
  • Once the pasta is done cooking, drain and return back to the pan.
  • Add the veggies to the pasta, and drizzle the remaining 1 TBSP of olive oil in. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine well.
  • Mix the ricotta and lemon zest together in a bowl.
  • Spoon the pasta into bowls to serve, and add a large spoonful of ricotta on top of each dish. Enjoy immediately.
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