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Quick dinners, Easy dinner Recipes : High-protein, and low-carb swaps that helped me lose 15lbs: These quick & easy low-carb, high-protein meals are exactly what you need! From satisfying dinners to light lunches and energizing breakfasts, this collection is packed with simple, healthy recipes to fuel fat loss, boost energy, and keep you full longer. Clean eating has never been this effortless—perfect for meal prep and busy days!
Recipes:
For the Pasta:
12 oz rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Pesto Ricotta Sauce:
½ cup ricotta cheese
¼ cup basil pesto
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
For Topping:
1 large burrata cheese ball, torn
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Extra grated Parmesan, for serving
Directions:
Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to burst, stirring occasionally. Add minced
garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another minute.
In a bowl, mix ricotta, basil pesto, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the burst tomatoes. Stir in the ricotta-pesto mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for a creamy consistency.
Remove from heat and top with torn burrata cheese, fresh basil, and extra Parmesan.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 480 kcal per serving
Servings: 4
