Healthy Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta (High Protein) made easy!
A delicious and nutritious twist on traditional Alfredo pasta, using cottage cheese for a high-protein, creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, almond milk, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Add the cottage cheese mixture to the pasta and stir until well combined.
- Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 15mg