Lite Fettuccine Alfredo

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 9
Delicious Lite Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb fresh mushrooms , sliced
1 lb fresh spinach , washed , stemmed , and chopped
1 clove crushed garlic
1 -2 tablespoon vegetable stock
3/4 cup skim milk
1/2 cup parmesan grated cheese
1 tablespoon flour
ground black pepper
1.5 ounces linguine or boxes your favorite pasta , cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
347
Sugar
6g
Fat
9g
Lite Fettuccine Alfredo is a healthier take on the classic Italian dish. It features the same creamy, tangy sauce with Parmesan cheese, but without the heavy cream and butter. The recipe adds sliced mushrooms and chopped spinach, which makes it more nutritious and flavorful. This sauce combines perfectly with your favorite pasta, and it is an easy recipe to whip up on a weeknight. Lite Fettuccine Alfredo is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a healthier, yet delicious pasta dish.

Instructions

1.In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable stock over medium-high heat.
2.Add the sliced mushrooms and spinach. Saute for 5 minutes or until mushrooms and spinach are soft.
3.Add the crushed garlic and saute for another minute.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the skim milk, parmesan cheese, and flour.
5.Pour the milk mixture in the pan with the mushrooms and spinach.
6.Stir until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
7.Season with ground black pepper.
8.Serve the sauce over the cooked fettuccine or your favorite pasta.

PROS

Lite Fettuccine Alfredo is a healthier version of the classic Italian dish.

The sauce is creamy and flavorful, without being heavy in calories and fat.

It is an excellent way to incorporate vegetables into your diet.

CONS

If you are used to the traditional Alfredo sauce, you might find this version lacking in richness and complexity.

It is important to note that this dish does contain dairy and gluten.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is an excellent source of fiber, calcium, and vitamin A.
Spinach is high in iron, while mushrooms are rich in protein and antioxidants.
Using skim milk and avoiding heavy cream makes this recipe lower in calories and fat compared to traditional Fettuccine Alfredo.

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