Cream Pasta Sauce With Zucchini Recipe

Escape the richness of Alfredo! This vibrant creamy zucchini pasta sauce is a lighter, zestier alternative, packed with fresh flavor. Easily adaptable to your dietary needs, this recipe offers a delicious twist on classic pasta night. Inspired by a beloved cookbook, this version is uniquely our own – a must-try for pasta lovers seeking a healthy and flavorful upgrade!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 369.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.4 (19 Reviews)
Cream Pasta Sauce With Zucchini

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cream Pasta Sauce With Zucchini

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How to Make Cream Pasta Sauce With Zucchini

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until fragrant and softened.
  3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of sour cream and 1/2 cup of milk. Add the juice of 1/2 lemon.
  5. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Add 2 cups of sliced zucchini and cook until just tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Do not overcook.
  7. Toss the sauce with your cooked pasta (about 1 pound).
  8. Stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

103g

Carbs

4g