Arabic Pasta with Easy Yogurt Sauce
Arabic Pasta with Easy Yogurt Sauce is a quick and comforting dish that combines creamy Greek yogurt with perfectly cooked pasta, enhanced by aromatic garlic and fresh herbs. This delightful meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside your choice of vegetables or proteins for a deliciously customizable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226g) spaghetti or penne
- 1 cup (240g) plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup (15g) fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sautéed garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix until smooth.
- Drain the pasta (reserve some cooking water) and return it to the pot. Add the yogurt sauce and toss to coat.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water for creaminess.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg