Healthy Broccoli Pasta: A Delicious Twist on Wellness!
A nutritious and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh broccoli, perfect for a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the pasta pot.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, then add them to the skillet with the garlic oil.
- Toss everything together, adding Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy your healthy broccoli pasta!
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg