Green Summer Linguine

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Green Summer Linguine

Indulge in a refreshing summer pasta dish featuring tender linguine tossed in a vibrant sauce of spinach, ricotta, zesty lemon, and aromatic fresh basil—a light, creamy meal bursting with flavor!

2,228kcal

6 Portions · 1,056 g

Protein
102 g
Carbohydrates
88 g
Fat
158 g
Fiber
21 g
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6

g
  • Linguine1
  • Spinach500 grams
  • Lemon1
  • Ricotta250 grams
  • Pine Nut80 grams
  • Garlic Cloves3
  • Nutmeg
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Olive Oil3 tablespoons
  • Parmesan120 grams
  • Fresh Basil1 handful

Cook the Pasta

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add 1 pack linguine and cook according to package instructions.

  3. 3

    Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.

In a blender, combine

  1. 4

    500 g spinach

  2. 5

    Juice of 1 lemon

  3. 6

    250 g ricotta

  4. 7

    80 g pine nuts

  5. 8

    3 garlic cloves

  6. 9

    A pinch of nutmeg

  7. 10

    Salt and black pepper to taste

  8. 11

    3 tbsp olive oil

  9. 12

    120 g Parmesan

  10. 13

    A handful of fresh basil leaves

  11. 14

    Blend until smooth and creamy.

Combine and Serve

  1. 15

    Toss the drained linguine with the blended sauce.

  2. 16

    Gradually add the reserved 1 cup pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.

  3. 17

    Mix well and serve immediately. Enjoy your summer fresh pasta!

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