Description
A lighter take on classic Alfredo sauce using Greek yogurt for creaminess without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/2 cup FAGE Total Plain Greek yogurt, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Sprinkle with cornstarch and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add in broth and milk while whisking until smooth.
- Raise heat to medium high and bring to a simmer, watching carefully.
- Simmer for about 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
- Remove from heat and gradually whisk in Greek yogurt until combined.
- Return to medium heat and stir in parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until the cheese melts.
- Bring to a simmer again, whisking constantly for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately over pasta or zoodles.
Notes
Use room temperature yogurt to prevent curdling. Reheat gently if stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of sauce
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Alfredo sauce, Greek yogurt, pasta sauce, healthy sauce, creamy sauce