High Protein Pasta
A creamy, protein-packed pasta dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces protein pasta
- 16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese
- 0.5 cup skim milk
- 0.33 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 0.25 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the protein pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Blend the low-fat cottage cheese, skim milk, grated parmesan, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the blended mixture into a skillet and heat over low, whisking frequently.
- Add the chopped spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, whisking in reserved pasta water.
- Stir gently for 1-2 minutes until coated, then serve.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, adjust with more pasta water or milk. This dish is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 15mg