What if you could enjoy a comforting bowl of pasta while adding more protein to your meal? This high-protein pasta is a simple homemade option for anyone who wants something satisfying without giving up the texture and flavor of traditional pasta.

The dough comes together with just a few ingredients, and you can serve it with tomato sauce, grilled chicken, vegetables, or your favorite homemade sauce.

Ingredients for High-Protein Pasta

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Extra flour for rolling

You’ll need a mixing bowl, rolling pin or pasta machine, knife or pasta cutter, and a large pot. The dough takes about 10 minutes to prepare, followed by a short resting period and approximately 3–5 minutes of cooking, depending on the thickness of your pasta.

How to Make the Recipe

Add the flour, Parmesan, salt, and garlic powder to a large bowl. Mix well.

Add the Greek yogurt, egg, and olive oil. Stir with a fork until the ingredients begin to form a dough.

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3–5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little flour at a time. Avoid adding too much, or the pasta can become tough.

Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15–20 minutes. This makes it easier to roll.

Divide the dough into two portions. Roll each portion very thinly with a rolling pin or use a pasta machine.

Dust lightly with flour and cut into strips to make homemade fettuccine-style pasta.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for approximately 3–5 minutes. Fresh pasta cooks much faster than dried pasta, so keep an eye on it.

Drain and immediately toss with your favorite sauce.

A simple tomato sauce with garlic, basil, and Parmesan works beautifully, but you can also serve it with grilled chicken and vegetables for an even more complete meal.

A Lighter High-Protein Version

For an even more protein-focused version, use a high-protein Greek yogurt and serve the pasta with lean chicken, tuna, shrimp, or grilled vegetables.

You can also replace part of the all-purpose flour with whole-wheat flour for additional fiber. Start by replacing only about 25% of the flour because using too much whole-wheat flour can make the dough heavier.

How to Make $3,000 to $5,000 a Month Selling This Recipe

Homemade fresh pasta can become an interesting product because customers often appreciate food that feels handmade and fresh.

You could sell individual meal portions, family-size pasta trays, fresh pasta kits, or ready-to-cook packages. Create different combinations such as tomato and basil, creamy chicken, spinach, or garlic Parmesan.

Another idea is to sell weekly meal-prep packages with fresh pasta and a protein-rich sauce.

If your average profit is $10 per order, 300 orders would generate $3,000 in monthly profit, while 500 orders would generate $5,000. Your actual results will depend on ingredient costs, pricing, packaging, demand, and applicable local food regulations.

Conclusion

This homemade high-protein pasta is a delicious way to make a familiar comfort food more satisfying. The dough is simple, versatile, and easy to customize.

Once you learn the basic technique, you can create different shapes, sauces, and protein combinations and turn one simple recipe into several meals.