HIGH-PROTEIN CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER PASTA
Indulge in the creamy, high-protein delight of this Roasted Red Pepper Pasta. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, combining the rich flavors of roasted red peppers and cottage cheese into a luscious sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. With only 30 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a nutritious meal packed with protein without sacrificing flavor. Customize it with fresh herbs or vegetables to suit your taste, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz pasta (brown rice penne recommended)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 + 3/4 cups cottage cheese (or silken tofu for plant-based option)
- 1 + 1/2 cups roasted red peppers
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced shallot and garlic for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season sautéed shallots with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and tomato paste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, roasted red peppers, fresh basil, nutritional yeast, and the cooled shallot mix; blend until smooth.
- Toss the sauce with the cooked pasta and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 10mg