Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with fresh herbs and Greek yogurt, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a food processor, combine the basil, spinach, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the green goddess sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add more lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Serve the pasta warm, garnished with cherry tomatoes and toasted pine nuts.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein, or toss in some sautéed vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg