Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta (Gluten Free, High Protein)
Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta (Gluten Free, High Protein) is a delightful and satisfying meal that combines rich flavors with healthy ingredients. This quick and easy recipe features creamy cottage cheese blended with marinara sauce, resulting in a comforting pasta dish that’s not only gluten-free but also packed with protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend lunches, this versatile dish can be customized with your favorite spices or vegetables to suit any palate. Serve it as a main course or a side dish, and watch it impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Blending/Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 box gluten-free pasta (cooked according to package instructions)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
- Add reserved pasta water to the blended mixture and mix well.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked pasta in the pot and stir until fully combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg