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High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 420
A quick and nutritious pasta dish packed with protein and cheesy flavor, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 56 g high-protein pasta (chickpea or lentil-based)
  • 0.5 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 0.25 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional for extra cheesy flavor)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Garnish

  • optional Chopped parsley or chili flakes (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Mix the sauce with cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen.
  • Garnish with parsley or chili flakes and serve hot.

Notes

Using chickpea or lentil pasta boosts protein content and adds fiber.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese, High Protein, Pasta