Cottage Cheese Alfredo Zucchini (Print Version)

A creamy Alfredo sauce with cottage cheese paired with fresh zucchini noodles for a healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Zucchini Noodles

01 - 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Alfredo Sauce

05 - 1 1/2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat spiralized zucchini noodles dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender but still firm. Transfer to a colander to drain excess liquid.
03 - In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan, milk, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth and creamy.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Pour the blended sauce into the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed through and thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Add zucchini noodles to the sauce and toss gently to coat evenly. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes, just until everything is warmed through.
07 - Divide among plates and garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 22g per serving thanks to cottage cheese and Parmesan
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for health-conscious eaters
  • Creamy and satisfying without the heavy cream guilt
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you likely already have
02 -
  • Always use a high-powered blender for the smoothest sauce texture
  • Don't skip the nutmeg—it adds authentic Alfredo depth
  • Spiralize zucchini just before cooking to prevent excess moisture release
  • Warm your serving plates to keep the dish hot longer
  • Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick
  • Check cheese and milk labels if you have dairy sensitivities
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