Super Green High Protein Pasta (35g Protein Dinner)
This Super Green High Protein Pasta is a vibrant, creamy, and satisfying bowl loaded with greens and 35g of muscle-loving protein. It’s light yet filling, made with wholesome ingredients like edamame pasta, Greek yogurt, and fresh spinach. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep option that fuels your day with energy, flavrur, and balance all in under 25 minutes.
Equipment
- Medium pot
- Steamer or small pan
- Blender or food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 85g edamame pasta (or chickpea pasta)
- 1 cup baby spinach lightly packed
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop (30g) unflavored or savory protein powder (pea or whey isolate)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 minced clove garlic
- ½ juice of lemon
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: chili flakes for spice
Instructions
Cook the pasta:
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the edamame pasta and cook according to package instructions (usually 6-8 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of the cooking water.
Steam the greens:
- In a small pot or pan, steam the spinach, basil, and green peas for 2–3 minutes until tender and bright green. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Blend the sauce:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the steamed greens, Greek yogurt, protein powder, nutritional yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add 2–3 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water and blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness by adding more water as needed.
Combine pasta and sauce:
- Return the cooked pasta to the pot. Pour the green sauce over it and toss over low heat for 1–2 minutes until everything is evenly coated and warmed through. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash more of the reserved pasta water.
Taste and season:
- Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice. Add chili flakes for a little kick if you like.
Serve:
- Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with extra nutritional yeast or herbs, and enjoy your vibrant Super Green High Protein Pasta creamy, energizing, and totally satisfying.
Notes
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stove or microwave with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
- Meal prep: Make the sauce ahead and keep it in a jar for up to 4 days. Cook fresh pasta when ready to serve for the best texture.
- Freezing: Not recommended, as the yogurt-based sauce may separate.