Healthy Broccoli Pasta That Won't Weigh You Down

Enjoy this Healthy Broccoli Pasta that combines fresh ingredients for a light yet satisfying meal perfect for dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Pasta your choice

For the Broccoli Mixture

2 cups Broccoli fresh florets
2 tbsp Olive Oil substitute with avocado oil if desired
2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust based on spice preference

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Creamy Finish

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Equipment

large pot
Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes and then set aside.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic with red pepper flakes.
Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet with reserved broccoli water and season.
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Combine cooked pasta with broccoli mixture and add Parmesan cheese.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pasta dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.

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