Low Fat Cheesy Spaghetti
Indulge in guilt-free comfort food with this Low Fat Cheesy Spaghetti recipe that perfectly balances rich flavor and healthy ingredients. Crafted with wholesome whole wheat spaghetti and a luscious sauce made from low-fat milk, cream cheese, and a touch of Parmesan, this dish offers the creamy goodness you crave without the extra calories. Bright bursts of flavor from fresh cherry tomatoes and parsley elevate the meal, while quick preparation makes it ideal for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this lightened-up version of classic cheesy spaghetti is a satisfying, family-friendly option you’ll want to make on repeat. Perfect for a healthy pasta dinner, this recipe is a winner for both taste and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Low-fat milk
- 4 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add the low-fat milk and low-fat cream cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cream cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add the grated parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir until fully incorporated. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Mix until the spaghetti is well coated with the cheese sauce.
Gently toss in the halved cherry tomatoes and half of the fresh parsley and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the tomatoes are warm.
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with the remaining chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2549 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*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.
