Description
Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta is a vibrant and nourishing dish that showcases the delightful flavors of fresh broccoli combined with al dente penne pasta. This quick recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, proving that healthy meals can be both satisfying and delicious. With just a handful of ingredients, including garlic, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, you can create a light yet flavorful meal in under 30 minutes. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite proteins and sides, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large broccoli head, trimmed into small pieces
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and crushed red pepper for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender yet bright green.
- Combine the drained pasta with broccoli in the skillet. Add reserved pasta water as needed and stir in parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg