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Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta

Deliciously Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta to Savor Tonight

This Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta is a nutritious and flavorful dinner option that is quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use your favorite type
For the Broccoli
  • 1 head Broccoli Fresh is best, use the stems for crunch
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for robust flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to heat preference
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for flavor
  • 1/2 cup Reserved Pasta Water Use to adjust sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil.
  2. Add broccoli florets to boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup water.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, and sauté garlic with red pepper flakes until fragrant.
  4. Add blanched broccoli and reserved pasta water, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  6. Combine pasta with the broccoli mixture and stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally with more Parmesan and alongside a salad or garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, consider cooking broccoli and pasta separately and storing in containers until ready to combine.

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