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Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta with fresh herbs and vegetables

Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta

A creamy and nutritious twist on traditional fettuccine alfredo using cottage cheese for a rich texture that satisfies comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta (or your favorite type)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
Making the Sauce
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and toss it into the skillet with the garlic.
  4. Reduce the heat and add the cottage cheese and Parmesan. Mix until the cheese melts and coats the pasta.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve this creamy pasta with a side salad, such as arugula with lemon vinaigrette. You can also add sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli for extra nutrients. For a vegan version, substitute nutritional yeast for Parmesan.

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