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This Super Greens High Protein Pasta is a creamy dairy free dream, packed with over 20g of plant-based protein per serving! It features silken tofu, Organic Girl Protein Greens, peas, gluten free pasta. Topped it with dairy free parmesan and you've got yourself a quick, healthy dinner that is guaranteed to be on repeat. Perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or dinner al fresco on a lovely spring evening!

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High Protein Super Greens Pasta

Say hello to your new favorite green goddess pasta! This high protein pasta recipe is everything you want in a weeknight meal. Imagine silky creamy sauce, vibrant flavors, and nutrient packed and all ready in under 30 minutes! The creamy sauce is dairy free, and with over 20 grams of plant-based protein per serving, it’s a quick dinner that doesn’t skimp on nutrition. It’s packed with Organic Girl Protein Greens, sweet peas, creamy silken tofu, and a punch of umami from nutritional yeast. Blend it all up into a luscious green sauce that coats every noodle like a dream. Bonus points: swap in chickpea or lentil pasta to level up the protein even more. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that’s equal parts nourishing and delicious.

Toss it with your favorite gluten-free or legume-based pasta and garnish with dairy-free parmesan, flaky sea salt, and red pepper flakes for the perfect finishing touch. It’s satisfying, vibrant, and ready in a flash—perfect for spring, summer, and every busy night in between. It’s quickly become one of my favorite go to pastas, and I’m sure it will become one of yours too!

Super Greens High Protein Pasta Ingredients

This simple recipe comes together fast with just a handful of powerful plant-based ingredients:

Gluten-free pasta: Rigatoni holds the sauce beautifully, but any pasta works. For extra protein, use lentil or chickpea-based noodles.
Silken tofu: The base of the sauce, adding creaminess, plant-based protein, and keeping the dish oil-free and dairy-free!
Green peas: Sweet and protein-rich, peas bring subtle flavor and bulk to the sauce.
Tahini: Adds depth and richness with healthy fats and a subtle nutty flavor.
Organic Girl Protein Greens: A blend of baby greens like spinach and kale that delivers protein, fiber, and a boost of color.
Fresh basil: Brightens the sauce and brings the green goddess vibes.
Miso paste: Adds umami depth and saltiness without overpowering.
Lemon juice: A squeeze of lemon juice goes a long way to lift the flavors of this dish and balance the richness of the creamy green goddess sauce.
Nutritional yeast: Necessary for that cheesy, umami flavor!
Garlic and onion powder: Adds warmth and depth to the flavor profile.
Red pepper flakes, dairy-free parmesan, flaky sea salt (garnish): These garnishes are optional but why would you ever skip em?

How to Make High-Protein Pasta

This recipe comes together in three easy steps:

Cook the pasta

Boil your pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining. You’ll use this pasta water in your sauce.

Blend the sauce

Add tofu, peas, tahini, greens, basil, miso, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting consistency with pasta water as needed.

Combine and garnish

Return the cooked pasta to the pot, pour in the sauce, and stir to coat evenly. Top with red pepper flakes, dairy-free parmesan, flaky sea salt and get ready to fall madly in love with this dish! Serve warm.

How to Serve Protein Pasta

This dish is great on its own, but adding this with a starter and dessert is never a bad idea! Serve alongside a simple greens salad, crispy tofu or a medley of roasted vegetables. Craving something sweet afterwards? This also makes a great cold pasta salad the next day—just toss in extra greens or chickpeas for an easy lunch.

How to Meal Prep This Pasta

This high protein pasta recipe is a meal prep dream! All you need to do is make the sauce ahead of time and keep it in a sealed jar for up to 5 days. Cook your pasta when you’re ready to eat and warm up a serving of your sauce – et voilà!

How to Store Leftover High-Protein Pasta

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. The sauce may thicken as it chills. If this happens, just add a splash of water or dairy-free milk before reheating. You can also freeze the sauce on its own. When you’re ready to enjoy it, just let it thaw overnight in the fridge and reblend if needed before using.

Why You’ll Love This High-Protein Pasta Recipe

There are so many reasons to love this pasta! It’s creamy, comforting, and full of flavor without any dairy, oil, or added sugar! It’s made from wholesome, plant-based ingredients with over 20g of protein per serving, which is absolutely crazy good for a quick weeknight meal. Ready in 30 minutes, this high protein recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. You can also customize it however your heart desires, adding more protein or additional vegetables. Whether you’re eating more plants, building your protein, or just want a delicious new dinner idea, this one’s a keeper!

Super Greens High Protein Pasta FAQ

Can I use another pasta shape? Yes! Penne, fusilli, or shells all work great—just choose something that holds sauce well.

Can I use firm tofu instead of silken? Silken tofu blends much smoother, but soft tofu can work. You may need a bit more liquid to adjust the consistency.

Is this recipe gluten-free? Yes, as long as you use a certified gluten-free pasta.

Can I serve it cold? Absolutely. It’s delicious chilled and makes a great high-protein pasta salad for meal prep or picnics.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Pasta

Equipment

blender, stove

Ingredients

12 oz gluten free rigatoni
16 oz silken tofu
1½ cups green peas
2 tbsp tahini
4 oz Organic Girl Protein Greens
½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp miso paste
½ lemon, juiced
⅓ cup nutritional yeast
1 tbsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

Garnish Ingredients

red pepper flakes, optional
dairy-free parmesan
flaky sea salt

Method

Cook the pasta in generously salted water according to package instructions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water after cooking.
Add the remaining ingredients to a high speed blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Season to taste, and add a bit of pasta water if needed to thin.
Pour the sauce into the saucepan with the noodles and toss to combine. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, dairy-free parmesan, and flaky sea salt!

*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.

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Super Greens High Protein Pasta

High Protein Super Greens Pasta

Super Greens High Protein Pasta Ingredients