High-Protein Creamy Spaghetti with Brussels Sprouts is very tasty. This spaghetti is prepared quickly in 40 minutes, so it is good for making a quick dinner. It contains whole-wheat spaghetti, Brussels sprouts, garlic, olive oil, seasonings, heavy cream, & Asiago cheese. This dish has heavy cream and Asiago cheese in it so it is not safe for dairy allergic peoples. We have to use vegan cheese and plant-based cream so it is safe for dairy allergies. This spaghetti stores nicely, and its taste and texture will remain the same, so we would easily prepare it in advance for meal prep. Serve this High-Protein Creamy Spaghetti with Brussels Sprouts with green salad, roasted veggies, & garlic bread.
STATS:
- Calories: 480–550
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 1 & ½ cups
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian
- Total time: 40 minutes
- Course: Main course
- Diet: High-protein Vegetarian
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Big skillet + cover
- Cutting board
- Big pot
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
- Cheese grater
- Colander
- Serving vessel
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 tsp. olive oil
- 2 big shallots
- 8 ounces Brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp. water + 1 & ½ cups
- 3 medium cloves garlic
- 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
- 1 & â…” cups Asiago cheese
- â…› tsp. salt
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- â…› tsp. red pepper
- 2 tbsp. fresh basil
- 2 & ½ cups unsalted vegetable broth
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BRUSSELS SPROUTS:
- Utilize the Brussels sprouts to make this spaghetti. It will add a slightly nutty flavor and provide fiber and vitamins in the dish.
WHOLE-WHEAT SPAGHETTI:
- Add the whole-wheat spaghetti to provide a satisfying texture and more fiber in the dish. It is best to cook the spaghetti until tender but firm for the best texture.
ASIAGO CHEESE:
- Add the Asiago cheese to provide a rich, nutty flavor & creamy consistency in the sauce. It is best to grate the cheese freshly to provide a smooth texture. Utilize Parmesan or Pecorino Romano instead if required.
OLIVE OIL:
- Include the olive oil to sauté the shallots, Brussels sprouts, and garlic. It will soften the vegetables & would also utilize the avocado oil instead if required.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We rinse the vegetables and trim the sprouts, then cut them in half. Then chop the shallots, grate the cheese, and slice the basil.
- Add 2 tsp. olive oil in a large pan and warm it over a moderate flame.
- Add the chopped shallots to the pan and cook for around one minute till it gets soft and aromatic.
- Add the sprouts with 2 tbsp. water in the pan, then cover it & cook for 5 to 8 minutes, mixing occasionally till they get soft,
- Include the garlic and add one tsp. oil and cook for thirty seconds till we get a nice aroma.
- Then add the vegetables to the bowl and place them in the corner.
- Include the spaghetti, vegetable broth, and leftover water in the pan, cover it, and let it boil.
- We have to mix it occasionally so the spaghetti will not stick together.
- Now decrease the flame to medium–low, then add the Asiago cheese, salt, and heavy cream.
- Cook it for two to four minutes, mixing continuously till the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Now add the vegetable mix in the pan and mix every item to coat them spaghetti equally with the sauce.
- Put the pan on the shelf and sprinkle the extra Asiago cheese, red pepper flakes, & basil over it and serve the dish.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Green Salad
- Cucumber Salad
- Tomato and Basil Salad
Roasted Vegetables:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Roasted Carrots
- Roasted Zucchini
BREAD:
- Whole-Grain Garlic Bread
- Whole-Wheat Bread
- Breadsticks
PROTEIN SIDES:
- Grilled Tofu
- White Beans
- Edamame
LIGHT SIDE DISHES:
- Steamed Green Beans
- Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Asparagus
TIPS:
- We have to mix the pasta while it’s boiling occasionally so it doesn’t stick to each other.
- Include some extra water if the liquid evaporates fast.
- Decrease the flame then include the cheese & cream to the sauce will not get curdle.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Properly cool the spaghetti, then add it to the box & store for three days.
FREEZER:
- We don’t have to freeze this spaghetti, as the creamy sauce will separate.
FAQs:
Will I make the creamy spaghetti before the required time?
Yes, we can make this spaghetti in advance and store it in the fridge for only three days. Avoid freezing this, as the sauce will separate.
How to make the spaghetti without dairy?
Utilize the non-dairy cream & cheese to make the dish without dairy.
Would we add more protein in the dish?
Include the edamame, white beans, or baked tofu instead to add more protein to it.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 443 kcal
Net carbs: 36 g
Serving size: 1 & ½ cups
Iron: 3 mg
Total carbs: 41 g
Vitamin A: 250 µg
Fiber: 5 g
Calcium: 250 mg
Protein: 16 g
Sodium: 350 mg
Serving: 1
