Low Fat Creamy Cheese Pasta
Satisfy your creamy pasta cravings without the guilt with this Low Fat Creamy Cheese Pasta! Crafted with wholesome whole wheat penne, fat-free ricotta cheese, and a touch of skim milk, this recipe delivers luscious creaminess while keeping calories in check. Fresh spinach and aromatic garlic add a burst of flavor and nutrients, while a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil bring the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, one-skillet dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a quick, nourishing family meal. Packed with flavor, made with simple ingredients, and boasting a velvety sauce that feels indulgent, it's comfort food made lighter—and tastier. Ideal for health-conscious pasta lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Whole wheat penne pasta
- 200 g Fat-free ricotta cheese
- 150 ml Skim milk
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 150 g Chopped fresh spinach
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 5 g Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water (with 1 tsp salt) to a boil over high heat. Add the whole wheat penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the chopped spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted, which should take around 3-4 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine the fat-free ricotta cheese and skim milk, stirring until smooth. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Once the spinach is wilted, add the ricotta mixture to the skillet and stir well to combine with the spinach and garlic.
Season the sauce with 0.5 tsp black pepper, then add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet.
Gently toss the pasta in the creamy cheese sauce until it is well coated.
Let the pasta simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and all flavors to meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pasta with fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your low-fat creamy cheese pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3492 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.0 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 90.6 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1520 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2599 mg | 55% | |
*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.
