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High Protein Kürbisnudeln

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 550
A delicious and protein-rich pasta dish featuring roasted Hokkaido pumpkin and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 200 g Rigatoni (or Penne)

Vegetables

  • 250 g Hokkaido pumpkin (cubed)
  • 1 shallot (quartered)
  • 2 whole garlic cloves (whole)

Seasonings & Oils

  • 1 EL olive oil
  • 0.5 TL paprika
  • 0.5 TL dried Italian herbs or sage
  • 0.5 TL salt
  • 0.5 TL pepper
  • a pinch nutmeg
  • a pinch chili flakes

Dairy & Liquids

  • 200 g cottage cheese (Hüttenkäse)
  • 100 ml water
  • 1 EL tomato paste (Tomatenpüree)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (Umluft).
  • Toss pumpkin, shallot, garlic, olive oil, and spices; roast for 25 minutes, turning halfway.
  • Blend roasted vegetables with cottage cheese, water, and tomato paste until smooth.
  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
  • Mix pumpkin sauce with pasta; serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: German
Keyword: high protein, Pasta, pumpkin