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    Low Fat Garlic Mushroom Pasta

    Published: Nov 19, 2020 ยท Updated: Sep 15, 2024 by Neil 20 Comments

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    Low fat garlic mushroom pasta. This is one delicious quick healthy dish that the whole family will thank you for. You'll think you're in a restaurant and this will become a weekly family staple!

    Birds eye view of a pan of cooked low fat garlic mushroom pasta garnished with chopped parsley. Bowl of garlic bread at the top.

    Low fat garlic mushroom pasta is my lighter version of the classic pasta dish.

    Easy to make and ready in just over 30 minutes, this healthier recipe is perfect for dinner on those busy weeknights.

    You won't believe that this delicious tasting creamy mushroom pasta is actually made with no cream either.

    It's amazing that so much flavour can be extracted from such a simple recipe that uses few ingredients!

    Close up of a plate of low fat garlic mushroom pasta with forks on. Another plate in the background.

    Making this low calorie mushroom recipe without cream or butter is really simple too.

    Instead of cream, my garlic mushroom pasta uses low fat creme fraiche and some grated parmesan.

    They both help to make a healthy mushroom pasta sauce.

    These substitutions for cream still mean the recipe has that delicious creamy indulgent sauce affect.

    And of course it's still packed with juicy mushrooms and just the right amount of garlic.

    Not only is this a healthier mushroom pasta dish but you'll still enjoy all the filling benefits of a wholesome comforting pasta meal!

    Looking down on a plate of garlic mushroom pasta with a fork and spoon on. Bowl of garlic bread, parmesan cheese and grater in the background.

    This garlic mushroom pasta recipe is ideal if you’re trying to reduce fat, are on a low fat diet or when you just crave a yummy lower fat pasta recipe with less calories.

    The classic pasta with mushrooms recipe usually involves a full cream sauce. Often that sauce is all you can taste.

    Here you really can taste the richness and depth of the mushrooms.

    Plus if you're trying to reduce your meat consumption this is a perfect substitution dish.

    Although meatless you'll still get 36% of your daily recommended protein requirements!

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    • How To Make Garlic Mushroom Pasta
    • FAQ's
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    Ingredients

    • Dried Linguine
    • Olive Oil
    • Onion
    • Garlic Cloves
    • White Mushrooms
    • Low Fat Crème Fraiche
    • Parmesan Cheese
    • Flatleaf Parsley
    • Salt & Pepper

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Substitutions

    • Dried Linguine - you could use spaghetti instead.
    • Olive Oil - sunflower oil or canola oil would also be suitable.
    • Onion
    • Garlic Cloves
    • White Mushrooms - most kinds of mushrooms can be used. Chestnut, brown and baby button ones are great. The type of mushroom you use can give you a different and unique flavour.
    • Low Fat Crème Fraiche - you could use fromage frais or sour cream but they will change the nutritional values.
    • Parmesan Cheese - you could use grated asiago, grana padano or romano cheese instead.
    • Flat leaf Parsley - you could use basil instead.
    • Salt & Black Pepper - freshly grated sea salt and black peppercorns are best for flavour.

    How To Make Garlic Mushroom Pasta

    1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
    2. Whilst the pasta is cooking sauté the onion and garlic together until softened for about 3 – 4 minutes.
    3. Add half the mushrooms then when they have reduced in size add the other half. Sauté until cooked about 8 minutes in total.
    4. Stir in the crème fraiche and when it starts to bubble turn down to simmer stirring frequently for about 2 minutes until you have a creamy mushroom sauce.
    5. Remove from the heat, stir in the parmesan, parsley, and season to taste.
    6. Drain the pasta and combine it with the mushrooms and sauce. Serve your delicious cre

    FAQ's

    Questions About This Garlic Mushroom Pasta

    • Can I use other mushrooms instead of white ones? Yes, most kinds of mushrooms can be used. Chestnut or brown mushrooms add different flavours to the dish. If using small mushrooms they won't need to be sliced.
    • Can I use different pasta if I can't get linguine? Yes you could substitute with spaghetti. You could also use gluten free pasta to make this recipe a gluten free garlic mushroom pasta.
    • Once cooked, is it possible to freeze this pasta dish?  Unfortunately no. This is not a dish I have been able to freeze once cooked. It's extremely watery when reheated after defrosting. The once creamy sauce can become split.
    • Can I keep this in the fridge once cooked? I do recommend you eat this recipe fresh. However you could eat any leftovers as a cold packed lunch at work the next day.
    • What to serve this creamy pasta dish with? Serve your garlic mushroom pasta with a couple of slices of garlic bread. Or as it is quite filling a green side salad would be perfect!

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    4.93 from 13 votes

    📋 Low Fat Garlic Mushroom Pasta Recipe

    Low fat garlic mushroom pasta. This is one delicious quick healthy dish that the whole family will thank you for. You'll think you're in a restaurant and this will become a weekly family staple!
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 368kcal
    Author: Neil

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    Equipment

    • Saucepans
    • Non stick frying pan
    • Kitchen scale
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring jug
    • Garlic press
    • Grater
    • Wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    • 250 g dried linguine
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic crushed
    • 500 g White mushrooms sliced
    • 200 ml low fat crème fraiche
    • 60 g parmesan cheese grated
    • 2 tablespoon flatleaf parsley chopped
    • Freshly grated salt and pepper
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Cook the linguine according to package directions.
    • Heat the oil in a large skillet or non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic together until softened for about 3 – 4 minutes.
    • Add half the sliced mushrooms then when they have reduced in size add the other half. Sauté until cooked about 8 minutes in total.
    • Stir in the crème fraiche and when it starts to bubble turn down to simmer stirring frequently for about 2 minutes.
    • Remove from the heat, stir in the parmesan, parsley, and season to taste.
    • Drain the pasta and combine it with the mushrooms and sauce. Serve.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 596mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutrition Label

    Nutritional information provided below is calculated using paid for online tools and the exact ingredients and quantities used above.

    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Low Fat Garlic Mushroom Pasta
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 368 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Cholesterol 13mg4%
    Sodium 241mg10%
    Potassium 596mg17%
    Carbohydrates 54g18%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 18g36%
    Vitamin A 130IU3%
    Vitamin C 5mg6%
    Calcium 192mg19%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      November 19, 2020 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love creamy pastas! They are one of my all-time favorite comfort foods. However, as you noted, creamy pastas are often terrible for the waistline. What a fun idea to use crรจme fraiche in there! This looks like the perfect meal for curling up on the couch and watching some tv!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 20, 2020 at 7:51 am

        You honestly wont notice an difference in using crรจme fraiche instead of cream here David. In fact we actually prefer crรจme fraiche now! Enjoy curling up with this and watching the TV!

        Reply
    2. Ron

      November 19, 2020 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      Like David, I also love creamy pasta and toss in mushrooms and I'm in foodie heaven. I like the idea of using the lite crรจme Fraiche. Every calorie counts these days...

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 20, 2020 at 7:52 am

        Absolutely Ron. And we don't have to stop enjoying our favourite meals. Just change them up a little! Thanks. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    3. Jeff the Chef

      November 20, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      This is very interesting. I didn't know there was such a thing as low-fat creme fraiche. Ialways make my own, so I was curious to know how to make a low-fat version. Turns out, it's made with half-n-half - at least according to the reciep that I found. Very cool! I'll have to try my hand at making it, and then making this pasta!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 21, 2020 at 7:58 am

        You are more adventurous cooking wise than I am Jeff to be making your own creme fraiche! Good on you. Hope your low-fat version turns out well and you enjoy this garlic mushroom pasta recipe.

        Reply
    4. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      November 20, 2020 at 6:16 pm

      5 stars
      Actually, I can believe this creamy mushroom pasta is made without any cream as I rarely use cream in pasta myself. I'd normally go with cream cheese, but crรจme fraiche sounds even better and lighter. And with garlic and sautรฉed mushrooms, this is utterly delicious indeed!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 21, 2020 at 7:59 am

        I often used cream cheese too Ben but in this occassion I felt the creme fraiche went best with the recipe. Thanks for your comment. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    5. Katerina

      November 21, 2020 at 9:45 am

      5 stars
      Healthier creamy pasta? Well I'm in! This looks amazing and I can tell you the kids would love this. I am always looking for some lighter meatless meals to feed them so thanks for the inspiration, Neil!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 22, 2020 at 6:44 am

        Thanks Katerina. This is one of our favourite meatless meals at the moment.

        Reply
    6. mimi rippee

      November 21, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      5 stars
      This is fabulous. I'd love it as is, or as a side dish. Definitely creamy!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 22, 2020 at 6:45 am

        Yeah, I forgot to say in the recipe that it makes an excellent side dish too. Thanks Mimi!

        Reply
    7. All That I'm Eating

      November 23, 2020 at 10:46 am

      I've used creme fraiche in place of cream with pasta dishes before and always really liked it. Really like the sound of this, perfect for a quick midweek supper.

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 23, 2020 at 10:55 am

        Yep it's exactly that, perfect for a quick supper. Hope you get a chance to make it and thanks for your comment! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    8. Laura

      November 24, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      Neil, I've never even considered using creme fraiche in a pasta dish! But why not? A brilliant substitution, so I can't wait to try this. Like most people, I love a creamy pasta, but don't very often make them at home. love this idea! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Neil

        November 25, 2020 at 5:36 am

        The use of creme fraiche instead of cream makes for a delicious substitution Laura. Hope you enjoy this! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    9. Muna Kenny

      December 03, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      It's amazing how simple ingredients make the most delicious dishes! We don't have low-fat crรจme Fraiche so I will happily go for the full fat and give your recipe a try ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Neil

        December 04, 2020 at 6:27 am

        Thanks Muna. Hope you get a chance to try this. I'm sure you'll love it! ๐Ÿ˜€

        Reply
    10. Toby

      July 21, 2024 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      Tried this recipe and it was scrumdiddlyumptious! Definitely will be making again, think i used too much salt in the pasta but was fantastic still! Thanks a bunch Neil will have to try some more of your recipes:)

      Reply
      • Neil

        July 22, 2024 at 5:35 am

        Hi Toby, thank you so much for your lovely comment! I'm really glad you enjoyed the low-fat garlic mushroom pasta. Itโ€™s great that youโ€™re planning to make it again, and donโ€™t worry โ€“ getting the salt just right can be a bit tricky sometimes. I'm glad it was still fantastic for you! I really appreciate your kind words and support. I hope you find many more recipes to love on my blog. Thanks again!

        Reply
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