Description
A fast and filling high-protein pasta made in just 10 minutes using protein-rich noodles and a simple, flavorful sauce perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or protein-enriched)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup marinara or tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese or ricotta
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh basil
Instructions
- 1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
- 2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4. Stir in marinara sauce and warm through.
- 5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cottage cheese or ricotta until creamy.
- 6. Drain pasta and add directly to the sauce.
- 7. Toss to coat evenly and season with salt and pepper.
- 8. Remove from heat and top with Parmesan cheese.
- 9. Garnish with red pepper flakes or basil if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Using chickpea or lentil pasta significantly boosts protein content.
- Cottage cheese melts into the sauce for extra creaminess and protein.
- Add cooked chicken or tofu for even more protein.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: high protein pasta, quick pasta, protein pasta recipe