High-Protein Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce

If you love creamy pasta but want something lighter, higher in protein, and easier on digestion, this Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce is about to become your new go-to. It’s velvety smooth, cheesy, and garlicky—yet made with wholesome ingredients that pack in protein and gut-friendly benefits.

Traditional Alfredo is often heavy with cream and butter, but this version uses cottage cheese as the base, making it both nourishing and satisfying without the food coma. Best of all, it comes together in under 15 minutes!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Protein-Packed: Cottage cheese adds creaminess and extra protein.

• Gut-Friendly Options: Swap the milk for bone broth for a lighter sauce with added nutrients.

• Quick & Easy: Made in one blender and one saucepan—ready in minutes.

• Versatile: Toss with your favorite pasta, drizzle over veggies, or use as a sauce for chicken.

Ingredients

• ½ cup cottage cheese

• 1 cup milk (or bone broth for a thinner, gut-supportive option)

• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)

• Cooked pasta of choice

Instructions

1. Blend the Sauce Base
   Add cottage cheese, milk (or bone broth), Parmesan, and garlic powder to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

2. Heat the Sauce
   Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently as it warms, allowing the flavors to come together. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

3. Toss with Pasta
   Cook your favorite pasta according to package directions. Drain, then toss with the warm Alfredo sauce until coated.

4. Serve & Enjoy
   Garnish with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Serving Ideas

• Toss with chickpea or lentil pasta for even more protein.

• Use as a creamy sauce for roasted broccoli, zucchini noodles, or spaghetti squash.

• Pair with grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for a balanced meal.

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

• Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.

✨ This Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce is the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition—creamy enough to feel indulgent, but light enough to enjoy anytime. It’s quick, wholesome, and deliciously satisfying.