Creamy Protein-Packed Meal Ready in Under 15 Minutes!
Are you ready to elevate your pasta game? Look no further than this mouthwatering Cottage Cheese Pesto Pasta! Imagine the perfect blend of creamy cottage cheese and vibrant basil pesto, creating a high-protein, healthy pesto pasta that’s sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. This dish is not just delicious but also incredibly easy to make, fitting perfectly into your busy schedule.
Quick, simple, and flavorful – that’s what this one-pot pesto pasta is all about. Boil your favorite pasta ahead of time to make the process even smoother. When you’re ready, mix in some rich basil pesto, spicy Calabrian peppers, and creamy cottage cheese for a sauce that will knock your socks off. Toss in mozzarella cheese, fresh veggies, and plant-based chicken, and you’ve got a meal that’s ready in under 15 minutes.
Whether you’re cooking for yourself or sharing with friends and family, this high-protein pasta dish is a winner. It’s packed with flavor, yet light and healthy, making it the perfect go-to for lunch or dinner. And did I mention it’s all made in one dish? Talk about convenience!
If you’re a fan of easy, delicious meals that don’t skimp on nutrition, this Cottage Cheese Pesto Pasta is a must-try. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of creamy, dreamy pasta goodness that’s as good for you as it tastes.
Macros Per Serving
397 Cal | 45g Carbs | 10.5g Fat | 33g Protein
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Cottage Cheese Pesto Pasta
Ingredients
- 56 g Protein Pasta (Barilla)
- 15 g Pesto Alla Genovese (Central Market)
- 10 g Calabrian Peppers (Tutto Calabria)
- 55 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese (Good Culture)
- 14 g Shredded Fat Free Mozzarella Cheese (H-E-B)
- 30 g Baby Spinach
- 5-6 Cherry Tomatoes
- 49 g Plant-Based Chick’n Strips (Gardein)
- Crushed Red Pepper
Instructions
- Boil your pasta according to package instructions. You can do this ahead of time and boil 2-3 servings of pasta for the week or boil it on the spot and should only take 8-10 minutes while you prep everything else.56 g (2 oz) Protein Pasta
- Add your pasta to a boil and top with your pesto, Calabrian peppers, cottage cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Give it all a good mix.15 g (1 tbsp) Pesto Alla Genovese, 10 g (1 tbsp) Calabrian Peppers, 55 g (0.25 cups) Low Fat Cottage Cheese, 14 g (1 tbsp) Shredded Fat Free Mozzarella Cheese
- Then add in your spinach and cherry tomatoes. Mix again.30 g (1 cups) Baby Spinach, 5-6 (0.5 cups) Cherry Tomatoes
- Add in your plant based chicken strips along with some crushed red pepper for an extra spice kick.49 g (1.75 oz) Plant-Based Chick’n Strips, Crushed Red Pepper
- Pop into the microwave for 1.5-2 minutes. Careful as it’ll be hot!
- And that’s it! Enjoy and meal prep multiple servings for the week or whip up quickly when the craving strikes.
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Nutrition Information
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.
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