Pasta with Yogurt Mint Sauce
Delight your taste buds with this refreshing and creamy Pasta with Yogurt Mint Sauce, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or light lunches. Featuring tender penne or fusilli, this dish is coated in a luscious sauce made from tangy Greek yogurt, aromatic fresh mint leaves, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. The balance of flavors is elevated with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of black pepper, creating a vibrant twist on traditional pasta recipes. Ready in under 25 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired meal can be topped with optional grated Parmesan for added richness. It's a lighter, healthier pasta dish that’s as creamy as it is flavorful, ideal for anyone craving a unique yet easy-to-make recipe.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 15 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions, usually around 10-12 minutes for al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the yogurt-mint sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, fresh mint leaves, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the yogurt-mint sauce. If the sauce is too thick, use a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it until it coats the pasta nicely.
Step 5
Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and optionally sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pasta with Yogurt Mint Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (675.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1151.3 |
| Total Fat 48.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 55.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3350.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.9g | |
| Protein 56.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 886.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 536.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories