Delicious Easy Creamy Greek Yogurt Alfredo Sauce (2024)

ByKrista February 28, 2024May 10, 2024

Do you love creamy delicious Alfredo sauce but want a healthier version? This Greek yogurt Alfredo sauce has all the flavor without the calories! You can have a healthy Alfredo sauce without sacrificing the great taste!

We love a traditional alfredo sauce, it has always been one of my go-to’s to dress up pasta, meat or even veggies. But I wanted to create a lighter version that was a little healthier but still delicious! I decided to use Greek yogurt and experiment to see what I could get.

The result was this delicious creamy Greek yogurt alfredo that my whole family loves! One of the things I love about this recipe is that I almost always have the simple ingredients on hand so I can whip this up any time.

This alfredo sauce, made with Greek yogurt is a thick and creamy healthy alternative for jarred pasta sauce this recipe is a great addition to your recipe box, it is versatile and so easy!

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FAQ & Tips for Making Alfredo Sauce With Greek Yogurt

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! You can make this Greek yogurt pasta sauce ahead of time to have on hand for meal prepping, topping your favorite pasta or pouring over veggies. Just make it and allow it to cool completely then store it refrigerated in an airtight container. It will thicken as it cools so when you reheat it you may need to add a splash of milk or broth to thin it out a little.

What to serve with creamy Greek yogurt alfredo-

We love this recipe as a topping for so many things. It is a classic on pasta noodles like spaghetti or fettuccini, but it also makes a great mac and cheese if you put it on elbow noodles. We love it on veggies like broccoli or asparagus, and it also amazing on grilled chicken or even fish! We like to top it with a little fresh grated parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. It is great on any classic alfredo dish like ground turkey alfredo or chicken alfredo.

How to store Greek yogurt alfredo-

Store Greek yogurt alfredo refrigerated in an airtight container. It will keep for 2-3 days.

Can I make this healthy alfredo sauce recipe vegetarian?

Absolutely! This Greek yogurt sauce is made with chicken broth but you can easily swap it for vegetable broth to make this healthier alfredo vegetarian.

Can I use regular yogurt?

Yes, if all you have is regular yogurt, however it will change the taste and the texture of this pasta sauce. Greek yogurt and regular yogurt differ in texture, protein content, fat content and taste. Greek yogurt is strained to remove whey, resulting in a thicker, creamier texture with higher protein and lower fat content compared to regular yogurt. That makes it perfect for sauces like this to make them healthier but still super creamy. Regular yogurt, on the other hand, tends to be milder in taste, less thick, and not as high in protein.

Can I use heavy cream or whole milk?

Yes! While using low fat milk helps reduce the fat and calories in this recipe you can swap it out for heavy cream or whole milk if you’d like. The result will be a rich and creamy sauce that you’ll love!

Ingredients for Greek Yogurt Alfredo Pasta Sauce

2- Tbsp Olive Oil

2- Tbsp Flour

1- Cup Chicken Broth

1/4 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt

1/4 Cup Milk (I used 2%)

3- tsp Minced Garlic

3/4 Cup Grated ParmesanCheese

Salt and Pepper to taste

Here’s How to Make This Greek Yogurt Alfredo Sauce

In a saucepan combine olive oil and garlic over medium heat, cook a few minutes and then add flour gradually stirring constantly for about 5 minutes over medium heat until golden brown and bubbly.

Slowly add in the chicken broth whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Turn the heat to low and add in the milk and yogurt, stir well.

Add the parmesan cheese and continue stirring over low heat until smooth.

Add in salt and pepper to taste.

Serve warm over your favorite pasta dish!