Description
Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of fresh broccoli and penne pasta, all enveloped in a light yet flavorful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also packs in essential nutrients. With its quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time. This dish can easily be customized with your favorite proteins or additional veggies, making it a versatile option for the whole family. Enjoy every bite while knowing you’re nourishing your body!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large broccoli head
- 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
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the broccoli and crushed red pepper; season with salt and black pepper. Stir occasionally until broccoli is tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Combine cooked penne with the broccoli sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan or crushed red pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg