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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce Recipe

Green Goddess Pasta Sauce Recipe


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and herbaceous Green Goddess Pasta Sauce that is creamy and flavorful. This sauce is made with fresh herbs, citrusy lemon juice, creamy cottage cheese, and tangy Greek yogurt, all blended to perfection.


Ingredients

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Fresh Herb Blend:

  • 1/4 cup fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Other Ingredients:

  • 1/2 shallot
  • 1/3 cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (such as Good Culture)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (such as Greek God’s)
  • 1/4 cup pasta water
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 8 oz pasta, cooked al dente (such as Mafaldine)

Instructions

  1. Boil Pasta: Cook the pasta of your choice according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Prepare Sauce: In a blender, combine the fresh herbs, shallot, olive oil, lemon juice, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, and pasta water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Combine: Heat the pasta sauce in a skillet over low heat. Add the cooked noodles and toss until well coated. Mix in the Parmesan cheese.
  4. Serve: Serve the pasta warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Blending, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Green Goddess Pasta Sauce, Herb Pasta Sauce, Creamy Pasta Sauce