Fat Free Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy, guilt-free comfort of Fat Free Fettuccine Alfredo, a lighter twist on the classic Italian dish. This recipe delivers all the velvety richness of traditional Alfredo sauce while skipping the heavy cream and butter. Made with fat-free milk and thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, the silky sauce is infused with the savory flavors of minced garlic and vegetable broth. For a cheesy boost, optional nutritional yeast adds depth without adding fat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying yet health-conscious dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish proves you don’t have to compromise on flavor to enjoy a lightened-up classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups Fat-free milk
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of the fat-free milk until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.
To the saucepan with garlic, add the remaining fat-free milk and vegetable broth. Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring to prevent lumps from forming.
Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta cooking water to thin it to your preferred consistency.
Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your fat-free fettuccine Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 687 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 365 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
