Preparing a delectable Alfredo sauce without compromising on taste or health is an art form that can transform simple dishes into culinary masterpieces. Whether you're looking for a lighter alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce or seeking a heart-healthy spin on a classic, crafting a low fatlite Alfredo sauce is a perfect way to indulge in creamy, rich flavors without the guilt. With the right combination of ingredients and cooking techniques, you can create a low fatlite Alfredo sauce that maintains the authentic taste and texture of its full-fat counterpart, but with a reduced calorie count and a healthier profile.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
REDUCED FAT ALFREDO SAUCE
This sauce is lower in fat than traditional Alfredo Sauce but full of flavour. Great as a side with grilled chicken or double it for a meal with meat filled pasta.
Provided by PrincessCalynn
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 4 sides, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- The key here is patience, add all ingredients gradually!
- Melt butter in sauce pan on stove top with medium heat.
- Gradually whisk in flour.
- This will create a yellow paste.
- Gradually add milk, whisking until incorporated and no lumps are present.
- Continue to whisk until hot.
- Usually 3-5 minutes.
- The longer you cook the base (without the cheese) the thicker the sauce will be.
- Add parmesan slowly, again whisking until incorporated.
- Add crushed garlic and pepper.
- Cook for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat.
SKINNY ALFREDO SAUCE
This is a skinny version of everyone's favorite Alfredo sauce. You won't miss the cream or butter one bit!
Provided by Sarah Stewart
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until golden, about 1 minute. Mix in flour and cook until you have a thick paste, about 1 minute. Whisk chicken broth in slowly until mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour in milk and whisk until smooth.
- Simmer mixture until thick, about 10 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 531.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
LOW-FAT ALFREDO SAUCE
Make and share this Low-Fat Alfredo Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Merlot
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the evaporated skimmed milk, 2 tablespoons grated nonfat Parmesan cheese, 3 teaspoons butter-flavored sprinkles and 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper.
- Stir well. Cook on med-low til sauce is heated through.
- Gently stir in 10 oz of cooked, drained fettuccine pasta.
- (Add a little more milk if it seems too dry.) Remove pot from heat and add the remaining 6 tablespoons grated nonfat Parmesan and toss.
- Garnish with scallions and parsley.
- Serve immediately.
LOW-CAL FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
This lighter version of alfredo gives you all the creaminess of the original without loads of heavy cream and butter.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the sauce: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest and cook until the garlic is slightly soft, about 1 minute. Add in the flour and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, whisking constantly, until just thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the Neufchâtel and parmesan cheese; whisk until melted, about 1 minute. Stir in the chopped parsley.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and return to the pot. Add the sauce and 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water to the pasta and gently toss to combine, adding more cooking water as needed to loosen. Season with salt. Divide among bowls and top with parmesan and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 48 milligrams, Sodium 734 milligrams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 20 grams
HEALTHIER QUICK AND EASY ALFREDO SAUCE
This alfredo is great just a little lighter than before. Not as rich but still so tasty. Great when served with whole wheat noodles.
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in a non-stick saucepan over medium heat; melt cream cheese and garlic powder in butter, whisking Pour in milk, a little at a time, whisking to smooth out lumps. Stir in Parmesan cheese and pepper until smooth.
- Remove from heat when sauce reaches a creamy and thick consistency, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1089 mg, Sugar 7 g
LOW FAT ALFREDO SAUCE
Here's a tasty Low Fat Alfredo Sauce I've made for years and finally decided to share it. It's great with grill chicken or shrimp served over your favorite pasta. My husband and kids love it.
Provided by Texas Chihuahua Girl
Categories Sauces
Time 40m
Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt Margarine over medium heat, add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
- Stir in Flour.
- Slowly add Milk and stir with wisk until blended.
- Stirring constantly, cook about 8 minutes or until thick.
- Stir in Cream Cheese and stir constantly for about 2 minutes.
- Add Parmesan Cheese and stir melted.
- Pour over your favorite pasta and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 430.9, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 13.2
LOWER FAT ALFREDO SAUCE
While you can never call Alfredo Sauce truly low fat and guilt free, here is one that has maybe less guilt associated with it :)
Provided by pixieglenn
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt the half and half, cream cheese and margarine together in a sauce pan.
- When nice and bubbly hot slowly add the parmesan cheese.
- Next add the garlic.
- Simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
- **Note, this sauce will separate. It's ok, when mixed with your pasta it will taste great and not be separated. I think it has something to do with the low fat oils.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 55.2, Sodium 828.4, Carbohydrate 24.7, Sugar 13.3, Protein 18.7
LOW-FAT/LITE ALFREDO SAUCE
I originally saw this recipe on another website, but I added a few ingredients. This is the best low fat, low cal. Alfredo sauce I have ever tried.
Provided by Tiffany I.
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put all ingredients, except basil, into food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour mixture in small saucepan and add basil.
- Cook over medium-low heat until heated through and smooth consistency.
- Add more basil, salt and/or pepper, if desired.
- Let cook on very low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over any type of pasta or use for vegetable lasagna.
Tips:
- To make a creamy sauce without the heavy cream, use a combination of milk and cornstarch. The cornstarch will help to thicken the sauce and give it a smooth, creamy texture.
- If you don't have cornstarch on hand, you can use all-purpose flour. However, you will need to use twice as much flour as cornstarch to achieve the same thickening effect.
- To add a cheesy flavor to the sauce, use a combination of Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese. You can also add a pinch of garlic powder and onion powder for extra flavor.
- If you are using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them completely before adding them to the sauce. Otherwise, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
- Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne.
Conclusion:
This low-fat Alfredo sauce is a delicious and healthy alternative to the traditional Alfredo sauce. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be ready in just a few minutes. So next time you are craving a creamy and cheesy pasta dish, try this low-fat Alfredo sauce recipe.
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