Smoked Salmon Alfredo
Elevate your weeknight meal with this high-protein Smoked Salmon Alfredo! Crafted for muscle building, this lightened version uses Greek yogurt and skim milk for a creamy, delicious sauce without the heavy calories. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor, it's perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.
Preparation
1
Cook the whole wheat fettuccine according to package directions. Before draining, reserve about 60ml (1/4 cup) of the starchy pasta water.
2
While the pasta cooks, mince the garlic. In a medium saucepan, combine the plain non-fat Greek yogurt, skim milk, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. Heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened. Avoid boiling the sauce to prevent curdling.
3
If the sauce appears too thick, gradually stir in small amounts of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired creamy consistency.
4
Stir in the lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine all flavors.
5
Add the cooked and well-drained fettuccine directly into the sauce, tossing gently to ensure every strand is evenly coated.
6
Finally, gently fold in the smoked salmon slices. Be careful not to break them apart too much.
7
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a little extra fresh dill.
Nutrational Values per serving
166
kcal
12g
protein
20g
carbs
4g
fat