Description
A comforting and creamy garlic yogurt pasta that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and salt it generously. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown.
- Reduce the heat and stir in Greek yogurt until creamy. If too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water or vegetable broth.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss it in the skillet with the garlic sauce.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving; add a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Notes
Can be served with grilled shrimp or chicken for added protein. Great with a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, garlic, yogurt, vegetarian, quick meal, family recipe