Green Goddess Pasta Sauce Recipe
This vibrant Green Goddess Pasta Sauce recipe combines fresh herbs, creamy cottage cheese, and Greek yogurt to create a luscious, tangy sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. It’s a fresh, flavorful alternative to traditional pasta sauces, packed with bright green herbs and a hint of lemon, making it both refreshing and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Herbs and Aromatics
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 1/4 cup fresh chives
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 shallot
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup high quality extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup pasta water
Cheeses & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt (more if needed)
- 1/2 tsp pepper (more if needed)
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., Mafaldine)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
- Blend Sauce: In a blender, combine the fresh dill, chives, cilantro, shallot, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, and the reserved pasta water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all herbs are finely incorporated.
- Combine: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and pour in the blended sauce. Warm it gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce and the cheese has melted slightly.
- Serve: Transfer the coated pasta to serving plates or a bowl. Garnish with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the brightest flavor; frozen herbs will not provide the same vibrant taste.
- Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce to your preferred consistency.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add more pasta water gradually while blending or warming.
- This sauce pairs well with long, ribbon-like pasta such as Mafaldine, fettuccine, or linguine.
- You can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta for a smoother texture if desired.
Keywords: Green Goddess Sauce, Herb Pasta Sauce, Creamy Herb Sauce, Vegetarian Pasta Recipe, Fresh Herb Pasta
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