Low Sodium Creamy White Sauce Pasta

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Sodium Creamy White Sauce Pasta, a heart-healthy twist on a classic comfort food! Perfectly cooked low-sodium penne pasta is enveloped in a velvety garlic-infused white sauce made with unsalted butter, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, and a hint of nutmeg for warmth and depth. Fresh spinach adds a nutritious touch, while sweet cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil leaves provide a burst of color and flavor. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this creamy pasta dish delivers all the decadence you crave while keeping the salt in check. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s proof that lower sodium doesn’t have to mean lower flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces low-sodium penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and milk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add in the black pepper and nutmeg, continue whisking until the sauce starts to bubble and thicken to a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and continue to cook on low heat until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce until well coated.

Step 9

Transfer the pasta to a serving dish and top with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium creamy white sauce pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	981.3

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 124.0mg	0%
Sodium 1174.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 43.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 871.3mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 972.8mg	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: 40.5%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 42.2%