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Zucchini Ricotta Summer Pasta with Peas

Zucchini Ricotta Summer Pasta with Peas for a Fresh Twist

A delightful Zucchini Ricotta Summer Pasta with Peas that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfect for warm evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose any type, gluten-free options work
For the Saucy Creaminess
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Whole milk is preferred
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, or use nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Zucchini Diced, yellow squash can be swapped
  • 1 cup Peas Fresh or frozen
For Cooking and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing and drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Salt To taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • ¼ cup Basil Fresh, or substitute with parsley

Equipment

  • food processor
  • skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine ricotta cheese with olive oil, blending until smooth and creamy for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced zucchini and sauté for 5-7 minutes, seasoning with flaky salt and black pepper.
  3. In a large pot of salted boiling water, add pasta and cook according to package instructions, then add peas in the last 3-4 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Return drained pasta and peas to the pot over low heat. Stir in whipped ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water.
  5. Fold in sautéed zucchini and serve garnished with fresh basil, red pepper flakes, flaky salt, and olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with reserved pasta water for creaminess.

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