LIGHT AND HEALTHY BROCCOLI PASTA
A quick and nutritious broccoli pasta recipe perfect for a light and healthy meal. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor and protein.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-25 minutes
- Total Time: 25-40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéed
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 large broccoli head trimmed into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces shell pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and crushed red pepper, sauté until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli pieces to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until tender but still crisp.
- Drain the pasta reserving some pasta water, then add pasta to the skillet with broccoli.
- Toss everything together adding grated parmesan cheese and a splash of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or toasted pine nuts
- You can also substitute shell pasta with any pasta shape you prefer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 900-1100
- Fat: 50-60 g
- Carbohydrates: 90-100 g
- Protein: 40-50 g
Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/light-healthy-broccoli-pasta-recipe/