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A fork holds a twirl of creamy yogurt noodles above a floral-patterned bowl filled with more pasta, all bathed in sunlight.
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Yogurt Noodles

Creamy yogurt is mixed with garlic, salt, and fresh mint, then tossed with warm pasta until silky. Top it with melted paprika butter for a flavorful kick.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: creamy pasta, yogurt recipe
Servings: 2 servings
Author: The Modern Nonna

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 160 grams dry spaghetti or linguine
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt higher fat
  • salt to taste
  • 1 minced garlic clove to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped mint

Optional Toppings

  • hot pepper oil or paprika butter

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Before draining the pasta, reserve some of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and allow it to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • While the pasta cools, add the yogurt, garlic, salt, and fresh mint to a large bowl. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
    A hand grates a clove of garlic over a plate with a floral rim, containing a scoop of white creamy cheese, ready to be mixed into flavorful yogurt noodles.
    • Mint Substitution: Fresh mint is preferred, but you may use 1/2 teaspoon dried mint instead. Dried mint has a much stronger flavor, so a little goes a long way.
  • Add the slightly cooled pasta to the yogurt mixture. Pour in a small splash of the reserved pasta water and toss until the pasta is evenly coated. Add more pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
    A bowl with creamy white sauce resembling Yogurt Noodles and a serving of plain cooked spaghetti, set in a decorative floral-patterned bowl, lit by sunlight casting shadows.
  • Taste and adjust the salt, if necessary.
    A hand sprinkles salt over a bowl with white cheese, chopped herbs, and lemon zest—ingredients perfect for brightening up a dish of Yogurt Noodles. The floral-patterned bowl sits on a light surface, ready to serve as a fresh and flavorful topping.
  • Garnish with additional fresh mint and a generous drizzle of chili oil or Calabrian chili oil before serving.
    A fork holds a twirl of creamy yogurt noodles above a floral-patterned bowl filled with more pasta, all bathed in sunlight.

Notes

Don't add hot pasta: Allowing the pasta to cool slightly before adding it to the yogurt helps prevent the yogurt from separating.
Herbs and spices: Fresh mint gives the dish the brightest and most refreshing flavor. For a spicier dish, add extra chili oil or stir a small amount directly into the pasta. The creamy, cooling yogurt and fresh mint balance the heat of the pepper oil beautifully.
Serving suggestions: This pasta may be served slightly warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Paprika butter drizzle: To make it a Turkish style pasta, melt 2-3 tablespoons of butter and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika. Then, drizzle on top. This is the same method I use on my Turkish Eggs that makes them irresistible.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 bowl | Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 341mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 1mg
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