Save to Pinterest A luscious, lighter twist on classic Alfredo, featuring tender pasta tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce with fresh spinach and Parmesan.
This creamy Greek yogurt spinach Alfredo pasta quickly became a family favorite in our household, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 340 g (12 oz) fettuccine or linguine
- Sauce: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 480 ml (2 cups) low-sodium vegetable broth, 120 g (½ cup) plain Greek yogurt (whole milk preferred), 60 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese, 120 g (4 cups) baby spinach, roughly chopped, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
- Garnish: Extra grated Parmesan for serving, Freshly ground black pepper, Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al denté. Reserve 120 ml (½ cup) pasta water then drain and set aside.
- Step 2:
- While the pasta cooks melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook whisking constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Step 4:
- Gradually pour in the vegetable broth whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 5:
- Reduce heat to low. Whisk in the Greek yogurt Parmesan salt pepper and nutmeg (if using) until smooth and creamy.
- Step 6:
- Add the chopped spinach and cook for 1 2 minutes stirring until wilted.
- Step 7:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat adding reserved pasta water a little at a time as needed for a silky sauce.
- Step 8:
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately garnished with extra Parmesan black pepper and parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest Sharing this meal with family brings joy and comfort on busy weeknights.
Required Tools
Large pot, Large skillet, Whisk, Measuring cups and spoons, Colander
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (butter Parmesan Greek yogurt) Wheat (pasta flour). Check all labels for vegetarian compliance and potential traces of allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 390 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 55 g Protein 19 g
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this creamy rich pasta with a fresh salad for a complete meal.