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Healthy Broccoli Pasta

Deliciously Healthy Broccoli Pasta That Dances on Your Palate

Healthy Broccoli Pasta is a light, satisfying dish perfect for weeknights, packed with nutrients and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose your favorite type
For the Broccoli
  • 1 bunch Broccoli Fresh or frozen
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan option

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green.
  2. Carefully reserve ½ cup of the cooking water before draining the broccoli. Set aside both.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. In the same pot, bring the reserved water back to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  6. Drain the pasta without rinsing. Combine it with the broccoli mixture, tossing gently to mix.
  7. Add Parmesan cheese and adjust sauce consistency with reserved water if needed. Toss until evenly coated.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking broccoli for a nice crunch. Reserve pasta water for a silky sauce. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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