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    Home » Recipes » Main Course Recipes

    Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Prosciutto and Pea Shoots

    Apr 26, 2018 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Jun 28, 2021

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    This bright and fresh lemon ricotta pasta has a creamy sauce, bits of salty prosciutto and fresh, green pea shoots.

    Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Prosciutto and Pea Shoots

    I am a big fan of lemon pasta! This version brings ricotta to the game. I love the way ricotta brings both moisture and cheese flavour to the dish. And so easily, too.

    This Lemon Ricotta Pasta is one of my favourites. It combines the ricotta with lemon (both juice and zest) for a great fresh flavour. Add in the salty prosciutto and the fresh taste of pea shoots and it's my idea of pasta perfection.

    And best of all? This pasta dish is on the table in less than 30 minutes!

    Cook's Notes

    If you'd like to up the veggie quotient of this dish, stir in a cup of cooked green peas.

    No access to pea shoots? Substitute watercress, or try some baby greens, such as baby spinach or baby arugula.

    If you have a source for Speck, it is a nice alternative to prosciutto in this dish. I love the flavour of Speck. It's essentially prosciutto-ish, but it's smoked, instead of air-dried. You'll usually find it in the store in the same place you find prosciutto.

    Pea Shoots or Pea Sprouts? When it comes to eating them, it really doesn't matter if they're labelled shoots or sprouts. The difference usually refers to how and how long they were grown.

    Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Prosciutto and Pea Shoots

    lemon ricotta pasta with prosciutto

    Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Prosciutto and Pea Shoots

    A fresh and cheesy pasta, flavoured with lemon and served with torn prosciutto and pea shoots.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 7 ratings
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course, Pasta
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
     

    • 9 oz pappardelle pasta, or other long pasta
    • 1/2 cup green onion, diced
    • 1 1/2 cups ricotta
    • 1 1/2 tsp salt
    • 2 Tbsp lemon zest
    • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 2 Tbsp butter
    • 4 slices prosciutto, torn into thin pieces
    • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

    For garnish:

    • Reserved green onion
    • Handful pea shoots
    • Parmesan cheese
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    Instructions
     

    • Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions, RESERVING 1 CUP OF THE PASTA BOILING WATER before draining.
    • In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta, salt, pepper, lemon zest and lemon juice. Set aside.
    • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add about 2/3 of the green onion and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the ricotta mixture and stir to combine. Turn off heat until pasta is ready.
    • When pasta is cooked and drained, add to skillet with ricotta. Heat over medium heat, tossing, and adding some of the reserved pasta water as needed, to loosen the sauce, until warmed. Add prosciutto and parsley. Toss to combine.
    • Serve garnished with pea shoots, reserved green onion and a shaving of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

    Notes

    Be sure to read the “Ingredient and Cook's Notes" (above the recipe card!), where I share more detailed  tips, variations and substitution suggestions for this recipe!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 1070mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1066IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 231mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Main Course, Pasta
    Cuisine American, Canadian
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    Comments

    1. Pat says

      November 02, 2021 at 2:53 pm

      5 stars
      I bought some wild cod today and took a peak at what I would like as a side since both will have lemon. You came through again Jennifer. Hehe. I have everything else in the fridge already.
      I know my wife will love it tonight. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 02, 2021 at 7:33 pm

        Perfect side for that cod :) Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Josephine says

      April 27, 2021 at 4:07 pm

      This pasta was absolutely delicious.
      Thank you Jennifer,
      Josephine

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 27, 2021 at 5:44 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it, Josephine :) Thanks so much!

        Reply
    3. Allyson Morris says

      July 27, 2020 at 9:41 pm

      5 stars
      Two years later & this is still a winner. So fresh & bright. Always a hit with my guests!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        July 28, 2020 at 9:03 am

        So glad to hear, Allyson :) Thanks!

        Reply
    4. Allyson says

      April 29, 2018 at 6:58 pm

      Made this last night for company & none of us can stop talking about it. It was fabulous! Another winner, Jennifer. Thanks for making these amazing dishes so accessible.
      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 30, 2018 at 7:41 am

        So glad Allyson :) Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

      April 28, 2018 at 12:54 am

      I love these spring flavors, such a perfect pasta dish!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 28, 2018 at 7:32 am

        Thanks Laura :)

        Reply
    6. Chris Scheuer says

      April 26, 2018 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      My mouth is watering, just thinking about this wonderful dish. I'm quite certain if it was set in front of me, I would be drooling all over the place.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 9:23 pm

        Thanks Chris :)

        Reply
    7. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      April 26, 2018 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      Loving this light spring dish Jennifer. Love that you've used pappardelle and added some prosciutto!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 8:54 pm

        Thanks Mary Ann! I love pappardelle. So good for grabbing the sauce :)

        Reply
    8. sue | theviewfromgreatisland says

      April 26, 2018 at 1:49 pm

      Lemon pasta is a favorite in our house, we just made lemony cream pasta with peas, now I need to make it again with those fresh shoots and prosciutto!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 2:16 pm

        Thanks Sue and yes, it's such an easy and delicious dish. And lemon pasta is a favourite here, too!

        Reply
    9. Milena says

      April 26, 2018 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      The freshest of the fresh! I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love this idea for pasta topping. And the choice of pappardelle is calling me, wider bands to mop up the deliciousness. Ricotta is one of my weaknesses. Incredible! Pinned and so making it.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 2:16 pm

        Thanks Milena :) I love ricotta pasta sauce and with the lemon, it's just so fresh!

        Reply
    10. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      April 26, 2018 at 10:24 am

      5 stars
      I absolutely LOVE lemon pasta, and this one is just packed with yum! The prosciutto and pea shoots are brilliant additions, my friend! Perfect for spring! Cheers!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 10:40 am

        Thanks Cheyanne, all my favourite things in one dish ;)

        Reply
    11. [email protected] says

      April 26, 2018 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      WOWOWOW! This is a winning recipe in my book! (In any book, for that matter!) I am imagining tasting it, right now!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 10:40 am

        Thanks Annie :)

        Reply
    12. Tricia @ Saving Room for Dessert says

      April 26, 2018 at 8:12 am

      What a terrific pasta dish! Such great flavors and pretty too. Love the pea shoots. I need to try and grow them again - they're just great in all kinds of recipes. Hope you have a beautiful warm spring weekend Jennifer

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 26, 2018 at 10:40 am

        Thanks Tricia! I've never tried growing my own, but I should do that, since I love to have them around :)

        Reply

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