Light High-Protein Pasta
Creamy, comforting, and protein-packed, this Light High-Protein Pasta is an easy, healthy dinner that keeps you full and satisfied.Macros- If divided into 4 servings:Calories: ~190 Protein: ~14.5 g Carbs: ~27 g Fat: ~2.5 g
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz high-protein spaghetti I use Banza
- 1 cup cottage cheese 4% fat
- 1 large sweet potato
- 1 cup pasta cooking water reserved
- 1 teaspoon salt or more to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional for servings:
- chili flakes, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil
Optional add-ons:
- grilled chicken, kale, broccoli, zucchini
Instructions
Bake the sweet potato:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potato clean, wrap it in foil, place it on a baking sheet, and bake for 45–60 minutes, or until a fork slides in easily with no resistance. Short on time? Pierce the sweet potato all over and microwave on high for 7–9 minutes, flipping halfway through — it works perfectly for this recipe.
- Cook the high-protein spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, baked sweet potato, pasta water, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Return pasta to the pot or skillet over low heat.
- Pour in the sauce and toss until fully coated. Add extra pasta water if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.