Lighter Fettuccine Alfredo Spinach (Printable Version)

Creamy fettuccine with Greek yogurt, parmesan, and spinach. Light, satisfying Italian classic prepared in just 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 ounces fettuccine pasta

→ Sauce

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 cups fresh spinach
05 - 1/2 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
06 - 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ To Serve

09 - Additional parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
10 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Drain well and set aside.
02 - While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted.
04 - Remove skillet from heat. Add Greek yogurt and grated parmesan cheese, stirring until a smooth, creamy sauce forms. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Add drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat, incorporating reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired sauce consistency.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses Greek yogurt for a lighter creamy sauce
  • Ready in just twenty minutes
  • Fits a busy weeknight or elegant cozy dinner
  • Sneaks in greens even picky eaters love it
  • One pot for the pasta plus one skillet for the sauce keeps cleanup simple
02 -
  • High protein and nutrient rich thanks to Greek yogurt and spinach
  • Naturally vegetarian and easy to adapt for gluten free diets
  • Leftovers taste just as creamy when reheated gently
03 -
  • Salt your pasta water much more than you think for the best flavor
  • Reserve extra pasta water so your sauce never dries out
  • Grate your own parmesan for the smoothest creamy finish in each bite
  • Let the pasta and sauce mingle in the skillet before serving for the richest taste

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