High-Protein Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Indulge in a creamy, high-protein delight with this Roasted Red Pepper Pasta. This dish combines the rich flavors of roasted red peppers and garlic with the smooth texture of cottage cheese, delivering a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you’re serving it to family or friends, this flavorful pasta is sure to impress while also keeping you full and nourished. Add your favorite protein or vegetables to customize it to your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz pasta (such as brown rice penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 + 3/4 cups cottage cheese (or silken tofu for a plant-based version)
- 1 + 1/2 cups roasted red peppers
- Fresh basil leaves
- Nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallots and garlic until softened (about 3-5 minutes). Set aside.
- Cook the pasta in a salted pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain.
- In the skillet with shallots and garlic, add salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and tomato paste; sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Blend together cottage cheese, roasted red peppers, fresh basil, nutritional yeast, and the sautéed mixture until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta and mix gently until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 15mg