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Healthy Pasta

Easy Creamy Healthy Pasta

A light yet comforting pasta made with whole-grain noodles, fresh vegetables, and a creamy balanced sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta Base
  • 12 oz whole-wheat pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup spinach
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or light cream
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Topping
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • Chili flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes and spinach and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in yogurt or cream with parmesan and seasonings.
  5. Toss pasta with the sauce and garnish with parsley and cheese.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • Protein like chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas can be added.
  • Fresh herbs enhance the flavor.