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Caesar Pasta

Caesar Pasta

Life gets busy, doesn't it? Between work, family, and everything in between, finding time to cook a truly satisfying meal can feel impossible. That's where Caesar Pasta comes in! It's my go-to when I need something quick, healthy, and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces pasta penne, rotini, or your favorite shape
  • water for boiling
  • salt for boiling
For the Caesar Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp milk or more if wanted
Optional Toppings
  • grilled chicken or shrimp
  • cherry tomatoes halved
  • croutons
  • grated Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
    8 ounces pasta, water, salt
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the Caesar Pasta sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Add the milk to reach desired consistency.
    1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp milk
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat thoroughly, ensuring every strand of pasta is touched by that delicious Caesar Pasta goodness.
    8 ounces pasta, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp milk
  4. Serve immediately. Top with your favorite toppings, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, cherry tomatoes, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.
    grilled chicken or shrimp, cherry tomatoes, croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley

Notes

To truly elevate your Caesar Pasta experience, consider these expert tips. The key to a perfect sauce is using quality ingredients. Opt for freshly grated Parmesan rather than the pre-shredded kind for a richer, more authentic flavor. Don't be afraid to adjust the lemon juice and garlic to your personal taste preferences.