Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta with Ground Turkey and Veggies
A comforting and nutritious pasta dish featuring creamy cottage cheese, ground turkey, and vibrant veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Health-conscious
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, and season with salt and pepper.
- Once turkey is browned, stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
- Reduce heat to low, then add cottage cheese and cooked pasta, mixing until combined and heated through.
- Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg