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Creamy High-Protein Pasta Bowl


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  • Author: melissa
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and nutritious creamy pasta bowl packed with protein and customizable with your favorite veggies and proteins.


Ingredients

  • Your choice of pasta (whole wheat or lentil recommended)
  • Protein source (chicken breast, chickpeas, or tofu)
  • Heavy cream or Greek yogurt/cashew cream
  • Spinach or broccoli
  • Garlic (fresh or minced)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Italian herbs


Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté your choice of protein until cooked through.
  3. Add garlic and vegetables to the skillet and sauté until they are tender.
  4. Pour in the cream or yogurt, bring to a simmer and season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
  5. Drain the pasta and toss it into the skillet, mixing until well-coated with the sauce.
  6. Plate and serve, garnishing with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Can be served with a side salad or garlic bread. Add grated cheese or nutritional yeast for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg