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High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls — homemade high protein garlic parmesan pasta recipe

High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls

A quick and delicious high-protein pasta dish featuring a glossy garlic parmesan sauce.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz high-protein lentil pasta
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lentil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat while the pasta cooks.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Drain the pasta, ensuring you reserve a small amount of the starchy pasta water.
  5. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the garlic butter, then add the parmesan cheese and a splash of reserved pasta water.
  6. Stir everything together until the pasta is coated in a smooth, glossy sauce and serve warm.

Notes

Ensure you reserve a small amount of starchy pasta water to help create the silky sauce consistency.