Easy Healthy Dinner: Creamy Protein Pasta Bowl
A creamy, protein-rich pasta bowl made with Greek yogurt, lean protein, and fresh vegetables. A healthy, satisfying dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cooked chicken, tofu, or beans
1/2 cup low-sodium broth
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 cups baby spinach or kale
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Grated parmesan or nutritional yeast (optional)
Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes, then add garlic.
- Add cooked protein and warm through.
- Pour in broth and stir in yogurt or cottage cheese until creamy.
- Season with herbs, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Add spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook until wilted.
- Toss in cooked pasta and combine well.
- Serve hot with toppings of choice.
Notes
Swap in any lean protein or plant-based alternative. For dairy-free, use cashew or soy yogurt.