High-Protein Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
High-Protein Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is a comforting, flavorful dish made with a creamy protein-rich sauce of roasted red peppers, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, and garlic, tossed with high-protein pasta for a nourishing, delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or protein-enriched wheat)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 2–3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 onion, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese or 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion (if using) until fragrant and softened.
- In a blender, combine sautéed garlic/onion, roasted red peppers, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, Parmesan or nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the sauce into a skillet over low heat and warm through. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of cheese or nutritional yeast.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Use dairy-free yogurt and nutritional yeast for a vegan version.
- Mix in spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for added veggies.
- Add smoked paprika or chipotle powder for deeper flavor.
- Works well with gnocchi or whole wheat pasta too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
