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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce

Creamy Green Goddess Pasta Sauce for a Wholesome Dinner Fix

Discover the magic of Green Goddess Pasta Sauce, a creamy and nutritious delight perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Dill Substitute with fresh basil for a sweeter taste.
  • 1 cup Fresh Chives Green onions can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if you're not a fan or substitute with parsley.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with half an onion.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use light olive oil or avocado oil as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can also work well.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Greek yogurt or silken tofu can be a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Any plain yogurt works if Greek is unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Pasta Water Reserve before draining pasta.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast serves as a non-dairy substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper preferred for flavor.
  • 8 ounces Pasta (e.g., Mafaldine) Any pasta shape works.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

How to Make Green Goddess Pasta Sauce
  1. Boil your pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Be sure to reserve some pasta water before draining; this will help you achieve the perfect sauce consistency.
  2. Blend the fresh herbs! In a blender, combine fresh dill, chives, cilantro, shallot, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, and the reserved pasta water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy—this forms the luscious base of your Green Goddess Pasta Sauce.
  3. Heat in a skillet. Over low heat, combine the blended sauce with the cooked pasta. Toss well until every piece of pasta is fully coated in that bright, green goodness.
  4. Incorporate cheese. Sprinkle in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring gently until it melts and blends into the sauce, enriching its texture and flavor.
  5. Serve warm! Dish out your creamy Green Goddess Pasta and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired. Enjoy the delightful burst of herbaceous flavors!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick! This sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge; just reheat gently before serving.

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