High Protein Classic Spaghetti Carbonara

Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Classic Spaghetti Carbonara—a deliciously creamy, protein-packed twist on the Italian classic. Made with unflavored protein powder seamlessly blended into the traditional mixture of egg yolks, Parmesan, and Pecorino Romano cheese, this recipe delivers a satisfying nutrient boost without compromising on flavor. Crispy pancetta or guanciale infuses the dish with savory richness, while freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of parsley add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy high-protein carbonara is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a hearty, restaurant-worthy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams spaghetti
• 6 large egg yolks
• 1 large whole egg
• 100 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 50 grams pecorino romano cheese, grated
• 150 grams pancetta or guanciale, diced
• 30 grams protein powder (unflavored)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, combine the egg yolks, whole egg, parmesan cheese, pecorino romano cheese, and protein powder in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined. Season with a pinch of salt.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta or guanciale. Cook until it is crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Once the pasta is drained, quickly toss it with the cooked pancetta and its fat in the skillet to coat, then remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 5

Slowly add the egg mixture to the pasta and toss vigorously, allowing the residual heat to cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Season with freshly ground black pepper and more grated cheese, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and an additional sprinkle of cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(811.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2318.8

Total Fat 151.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1553mg	0%
Sodium 7784.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 140.0g	0%

Vitamin D 150.8IU	0%
Calcium 1991.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1012.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 17.6%