Description
Indulge in a creamy and tangy delight with this Yogurt Pasta recipe. The Greek yogurt sauce adds a rich texture and a burst of flavor to classic spaghetti, making it a quick and healthy meal option.
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Yogurt Pasta:
- 8 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pasta water (reserved)
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
- Optional: red pepper flakes and lemon zest for added flavor
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil pasta in salted water, reserving 2 tablespoons of pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil, then combine with yogurt, salt, pepper, Parmesan, and reserved pasta water. Mix until creamy.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the yogurt sauce until well-coated.
- Serve: Garnish with herbs and add red pepper flakes or lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Use room temperature yogurt to prevent curdling.
- Best served fresh and warm.
- Enhance with spinach, mushrooms, or chicken for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
