Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce Receita

Craving creamy Alfredo without the heaviness? This Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce is your answer! Made with fresh lemon juice and a touch of Neufchâtel cheese, it's a lighter, brighter take on a beloved classic. This recipe pairs perfectly with our homemade cavatelli (or your favorite pasta!), creating a vibrant and flavorful meal ready in just 25 minutes. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy, elegant, and delicious pasta dish!

Preparo 5 min
Cozimento 25 min
Calorias 207.3 kcal
Proteína 11g
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Ingredientes para Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce

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Como fazer Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Sauté until garlic is lightly browned (about 1 minute).
  2. In a food processor, combine 1 cup of milk, 4 ounces of Neufchâtel cheese, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the cheese mixture into the saucepan with the garlic and oil. Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Just before serving, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Cook until melted and the sauce is well combined.
  7. Serve immediately over your favorite hot cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

50g

Carbs

1g

Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce?

Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce leva cerca de 30 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 5 minutos de preparo e 25 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce?

Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce tem aproximadamente 207.3 calorias por porção, com cerca de 11 g de proteína, 1 g de carboidratos e 28 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce?

Os principais ingredientes de Lighter Lemon Alfredo Sauce são Olive Oil, Butter, Garlic Cloves, Red Pepper Flakes, Low Fat Milk, Neufchatel Cheese. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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