Spaghetti alla Carbonara Recipe: A Healthy Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and healthier alternative to traditional spaghetti alla carbonara, using turkey bacon for a lightened-up version of this classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan cheese.
- Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant.
- Combine spaghetti, turkey bacon, and garlic in the skillet. Remove from heat.
- Quickly add egg and cheese mixture, tossing to coat the pasta.
- Season with salt and black pepper, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a little reserved pasta water to the mixture.
- Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Turkey Bacon, Healthy Recipe
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