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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Packed with Fresh Flavor: Made with fresh herbs, this sauce is vibrant, aromatic, and pairs beautifully with any pasta shape—spirals are especially fun!
• Quick and Easy: It comes together in under 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
• Customizable: Add your favorite herbs to tailor the flavor to your liking, whether you prefer more basil, parsley, or even a touch of mint.
• Versatile and Satisfying: A creamy, cottage cheese-based sauce that works well with vegetables or as a topping for your favorite proteins. It’s a delicious way to elevate your pasta dish!
• If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my red bell pepper pasta for another fun idea!

Ingredients And Substitutions

These are the main ingredients and substitutions for Green Goddess Pasta Sauce. Scroll down to the recipe card for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

Fresh Herbs: This recipe uses dill, chives, and cilantro for a vibrant, herby flavor. You can also add fresh basil if desired for a touch of sweetness.

Shallot: Adds a subtle, rich flavor without being overpowering.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor in the sauce.

Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice provides just the right amount of tang to brighten up the sauce.

Cottage Cheese: Low-fat cottage cheese adds creaminess and richness. Any brand works—choose your favorite!

Plain Greek Yogurt: Contributes a creamy texture and tanginess. You can substitute it with any plain, unflavored yogurt if preferred.

Parmesan Cheese: A key ingredient to tie all the flavors together and add a savory finish.

Salt and Pepper: Season to taste to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.

Looking for a dairy free option?

If you’re looking for a dairy-free option, you can substitute the cottage cheese with coconut cream or your favorite dairy-free yogurt. For the Parmesan, use a dairy-free alternative or simply omit it altogether.

How To Make

ONE: Start by boiling pasta do al a dente. I used Mafaldine Italian Pasta, but feel free to use any shape that you prefer!

TWO: Next, add in all the ingredients for the sauce to a blender with some pasta water and blend until smooth and creamy.

THREE: Add pasta sauce to a skillet over low heat and add in cooked noodles. Toss until fully coated, and mix in parmesan cheese.

Tips And Tricks

Blender Alternatives: No blender? No problem! Use a food processor or an immersion blender to achieve a creamy consistency.

Adjusting the Thickness: If the sauce is too thick, simply thin it out by adding more pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.

Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper gradually, tasting the sauce as you go to ensure the flavors are perfectly balanced.

How To Serve And Store

Serve this Green Goddess Pasta Sauce warm and with a ton of freshly grated parmesan cheese. You can also add on some red pepper flakes for a bit of a kick if desired. This pasta taste amazing on it’s own, but you can also pair it with protein like steak, chicken or shrimp.

Store leftovers an in airtight container in the fridge and enjoy up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave and serve with freshly grated parmesean cheese.

Taste And Texture

This Green Goddess Pasta Sauce is tangy, citrusy and full of fresh herbs.

The texture is smooth and creamy.

Other Recipes You May Like

• Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pasta
• Pumpkin Pasta
• Spicy Vodka Pasta
• Lemon pasta
• Caprese Pasta Salad

If you make this Green Goddess Pasta Sauce, I would really appreciate a comment and rating down below, under the recipe card. Don’t forget to take a picture and tag me over on Instagram, Tiktok or Pinterest!

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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce

4.89 from 9 ratings

Hannah Kling

This Green Goddess Pasta Sauce comes together in just minutes and is packed with fresh flavors and herbs. Made with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, it’s creamy and delicious. Pair it with your favorite noodles and enjoy!

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 5 servings

Ingredients  

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• 1/4 cup fresh dill
• 1/4 cup fresh chives
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/2 shallot
• 1/3 cup high quality extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (I use good culture)
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt (I use greek god’s)
• 1/4 cup pasta water
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt (more if needed)
• 1/2 tsp pepper (more if needed)
• 8 oz of your favorite pasta (I used Mafaldine)

Instructions

• Start by boiling pasta to al a dente. Feel free to use any shape that you prefer. I used about half of this package of Malfadine. 
• Next, add dill, chives, cilantro, shallot, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, cottage cheese, greek yogurt, salt, pepper and pasta water to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Give it a taste to see if it needs more salt. 
• Add pasta sauce to a skillet over low heat and add in cooked noodles. Toss until fully coated, and mix in parmesan cheese.
• Serve warm with more parmesan cheese and enjoy!

Notes

• If you don’t have a blender you can use a food processor or an immersion blender.
• If your sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by adding in more pasta water.
• Add salt and pepper to taste, meaning taste your sauce and add in more as needed.

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