Cottage Cheese Creamy Pasta Bowl
This Cottage Cheese Creamy Pasta Bowl is a simple, high-protein comfort meal made with blended cottage cheese, garlic, pasta, and herbs. The cottage cheese creates a smooth, creamy sauce without heavy cream, making it a lighter and healthier pasta dish.
Time
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
200 g pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
1 cup cottage cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
¼ cup reserved pasta water
Optional Add-Ins
Spinach or broccoli
Cherry tomatoes
Grilled chicken for extra protein
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.
2️⃣ Blend the Sauce
Blend cottage cheese with Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
3️⃣ Sauté the Garlic
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4️⃣ Combine Everything
Add cooked pasta to the skillet.
Pour in the blended cottage cheese sauce and a little pasta water. Toss until creamy and well coated.
5️⃣ Serve
Top with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and black pepper.
Tips
✔ Blend the cottage cheese very smooth for the best creamy texture.
✔ Add lemon zest or juice to brighten the flavor.
✔ Use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 360 kcal
Protein: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fat: 11 g