Best 3 Lighter Cauliflower Alfredo Pasta Recipe By Tasty Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of "lighter cauliflower alfredo pasta" recipes, carefully handpicked to satisfy your taste buds without compromising your health goals. Discover innovative ways to transform the classic comfort food into a lighter, healthier version, using cauliflower as a clever substitute for traditional pasta. These recipes are not just about reducing calories; they are about creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you feeling satisfied and guilt-free. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that combines taste, nutrition, and convenience in every bite.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: water, cauliflower florets, milk, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, cooked pasta, vegetarian parmesan cheese, fresh parsley
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil the water over medium high heat. Add a large pinch of salt.
- Add the cauliflower florets.
- Cover the pot and boil for 5-7 minutes, or until cauliflower is soft.
- With a slotted spoon, add the cooked cauliflower to a blender.
- Add the milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta with cauliflower alfredo.
- Serve topped with parmesan, and parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 96 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 9 grams
LIGHTER CAULIFLOWER "ALFREDO" PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: oil, large white onion, garlic, vegetable broth, water, large head cauliflower, unsweetened almond milk, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, dried oregano, asparagus, penne pasta, parsley
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Dinner
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Set aside.
- In a large pot, add vegetable broth, water, and cauliflower florets. Boil until cauliflower is tender.
- Drain the cauliflower, reserving 1 cup of the liquid for the next step.
- In a food processor or blender, add cauliflower, reserved cooking liquid, almond milk, parmesan, sautéed onion and garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth. (Depending on the size of your blender, you may need to do this in batches.)
- In a large skillet, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, salt, pepper, and oregano to taste. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and remove from the skillet. Set aside.
- Add asparagus to the skillet and cook.
- Once asparagus has reached your desired doneness, add cooked pasta, the cooked chicken, and the cauliflower sauce. Combine well and heat through.
- Serve topped with fresh parsley.
- Nutrition Calories: 2188 Fat: 180 grams Carbs: 101 grams Fiber: 10 grams Sugars: 10 grams Protein: 47 grams
- Enjoy!
LIGHTER FETTUCCINE ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: broccoli, olive oil, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, pepper, fettuccine, hummus, lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, grated parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, red pepper flakes
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450ºF (230˚C).
- Place the broccoli florets on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway through, until lightly charred.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Before draining through a colander, reserve 1 cup (240 ml) of the pasta water.
- Return the pasta to the pot.
- Add the hummus, ½ cup (120 ml) of the pasta cooking water, lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, and Parmesan and toss until a creamy sauce forms. Thin the sauce with more pasta cooking water, a little at a time, as needed.
- Add the basil, parsley, red pepper flakes, and remaining reserved water.
- Add the broccoli to the pasta, and toss gently with salt, and pepper. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan, basil and parsley on top.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 5 grams
Tips:
- For a smoother sauce, blend the cauliflower in a food processor or high-powered blender until it reaches a creamy consistency.
- If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or half-and-half. However, the sauce may not be as thick and creamy.
- To make the dish even lighter, use whole wheat or brown rice pasta instead of regular pasta.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- Garnish the pasta with fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or thyme, for an extra pop of flavor.
Conclusion:
This lighter cauliflower Alfredo pasta is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional Alfredo pasta. It's packed with vegetables and has a creamy, flavorful sauce that's sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes. So next time you're craving pasta, give this recipe a try!
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