The Best Basil Pasta Sauce Recipe for Fitness & Flavor (Edit recipe)

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When we say "the best," we mean a sauce that checks every box: high-protein, incredibly flavorful, and perfectly balanced. This pillar recipe uses a unique high-protein base to create a creamy, basil-infused masterpiece that keeps you fueled and satisfied.

Why this is the best:

Macro-Optimized: Uses Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese for a creamy, high-protein kick.
Flavor Profile: Balanced acidity from Sturdy Sauce meets the aromatic punch of fresh basil.

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PREP TIME

3 minutes

COOK TIME

10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

5

Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

482 grams Sweet Basil Sauce - Sturdy Sauce
0.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt, Non-fat or blended cottage cheese
1.5 cups Basil, Fresh
2 Tbsp Pine Nuts, Toasted (or crushed walnuts)
0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Heat your Sturdy Sauce in a large skillet.
In a small bowl, temper your Greek yogurt by adding a spoonful of the hot sauce to it (this prevents curdling), then stir the mixture back into the main pan.
Fold in the fresh basil and red pepper flakes.
Top your finished pasta with the toasted nuts for a crunch that mimics a traditional pesto but with a fraction of the fat and double the protein.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	412
Fat:	13 g
Carbohydrates:	27 g
Protein:	48 g
Cholesterol:	8 g
Sodium:	1631 mg
Fiber:	2 g
Sugars:	16 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated for total recipe.