Spicy Queso Protein Pasta: An Indulgent Twist on Comfort Food
Discover the Irresistible Spicy Queso Protein Pasta
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta of your choice
- 1 cup spicy queso cheese
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, spicy queso cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the recipe.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Queso, Protein Pasta, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe