Low-Fat Spinach Fettuccine with Carbonara Sauce

Name: Low-Fat Spinach Fettuccine with Carbonara Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon margarine; 2 tablespoons plain flour; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 cup low-fat ham, chopped; 3 cups sliced mushrooms; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 375 ml light cream; ¾ cup skim milk; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 2 beef bouillon cubes; salt and pepper; 400 g spinach fettuccine; parmesan cheese, extra (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon margarine
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup low-fat ham, chopped
3 cups sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, crushed
375 ml light cream
¾ cup skim milk
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 beef bouillon cubes
salt and pepper
400 g spinach fettuccine
parmesan cheese, extra (optional)

1
Use cooking oil spray in a saucepan and saute onion and garlic for a couple of minutes.
2
Add ham and then sliced mushrooms and cook for another few minutes.
3
Place this mixture into a bowl and set aside.
4
In the same pan melt margarine.
5
Take off the heat and add flour and stir until combined.
6
Return to the heat and stir continuously for 1 minute and remove again from the heat.
7
Add cream a little at a time and then milk and mix until smooth.
8
Stir in stock powder and parmesan cheese.
9
Add mushroom mixture to the pan, season and simmer for about 15 minutes on low.
10
Cook pasta as per packet instructions.
11
Pour sauce over the pasta and serve.

713

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon margarine, 2 tablespoons plain flour, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 cup low-fat ham, chopped, and more.

Yes, Low-Fat Spinach Fettuccine with Carbonara Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!