Low Fat Spaghetti or Fettuccine Carbonara
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Low Fat Spaghetti or Fettuccine Carbonara without the guilt! This lighter take on the classic Italian favorite swaps heavy cream and traditional pancetta for protein-packed egg whites, low-fat milk, and lean turkey bacon, ensuring a flavorful yet heart-healthy dish. Featuring whole wheat pasta for added fiber (optional) and a touch of Parmesan for a cheesy finish, this recipe delivers a rich, velvety sauce with a fraction of the calories. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste. Garnished with fresh parsley and perfectly seasoned with garlic, black pepper, and olive oil, this carbonara is a wholesome yet decadent choice for pasta lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Spaghetti or fettuccine (whole wheat for added fiber, optional)
- 1 piece Egg (large)
- 2 pieces Egg whites
- 120 milliliters Low-fat milk (1% or skim)
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 100 grams Turkey bacon (or lean pancetta, diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
In a small bowl, whisk together the whole egg, egg whites, low-fat milk, and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon or pancetta and cook until crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove the skillet from the heat to prevent overheating the eggs in the next step.
Quickly add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the turkey bacon and garlic.
Pour the egg mixture over the pasta while continuously tossing to create a silky sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat spaghetti or fettuccine carbonara!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 2882 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 568 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*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.
