Heart-Healthy Classic Pasta Carbonara
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this **Heart-Healthy Classic Pasta Carbonara**, a guilt-free twist on the beloved Italian favorite. This recipe swaps out heavy cream and bacon for nutrient-packed ingredients like whole grain spaghetti, non-fat Greek yogurt, and low-sodium chicken broth, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor while supporting your heart health. The creamy sauce is effortlessly brought together with fresh Parmesan cheese, a hint of garlic, and a silky egg mixture, offering a luscious texture without the extra fat. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for busy nights and serves as a wholesome yet indulgent meal for the whole family. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley, it's a vibrant and satisfying choice that brings the taste of Italy to your kitchen in a health-conscious way. Ideal for those seeking lighter comfort food, this carbonara recipe is both delicious and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 1 unit Egg, large
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole grain spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce by half, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes, then lower the heat to keep it warm.
In a bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, egg, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken broth and toss to coat. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Quickly pour the yogurt mixture over the hot pasta, tossing continuously until the pasta is well coated and the sauce thickens slightly. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if necessary to reach your desired consistency.
Season with freshly ground black pepper and more Parmesan cheese to taste.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy classic pasta carbonara.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.8 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 1995 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1644 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1390 mg | 30% | |
*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.
