Pasta Tossed with Greek Yogurt and Herbs

4.15 from 27 votes

Fettucine Alfredo move over. I could easily rename this tangy, healthy pasta dish Fettucini al Greco. To find some of the artisanal Greek products you'll need to make this, visit my online shop, where you'll discover a host of lovingly curated Greek ingredients.

4.15 from 27 votes

Pasta Tossed with Greek Yogurt and Herbs

By Diane Kochilas

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Servings

Main Courses, My Greek Table, Pasta, Recipes, Season #1, Yogurt

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Servings

Main Courses, My Greek Table, Pasta, Recipes, Season #1, Yogurt

Ingredients

6 tablespoons extra virgin Greek olive oil
1 large red onion finely chopped
2 garlic cloves minced
2 cups finely chopped mixed fresh herbs of choice: rosemary parsley, oregano, marjoram, basil, mint, fennel, thyme)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 pound Pasta such as Greek hilopites or fettucine or tagliatele
2 cups Greek yogurt
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 pinch Pure Greek Sea Salt

Instructions

In a medium skillet heat a tablespoon of olive oil over low heat and cook the onions until soft and golden, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the garlic.
Combine the fresh herbs and onions in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water and drain, reserving 3 cups of its cooking liquid.
Toss the pasta with the herb-onion mixture, olive oil, and yogurt. Add enough cooking liquid to make the sauce creamy. Stir in the lemon zest and black pepper. Serve hot, sprinkled with a little Greek sea salt.

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