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Healthy Broccoli Pasta : Simple & Delicious Italian-Inspired Dish

Healthy Broccoli Pasta: 5 Flavorful Twists to Savor


  • Author: Yale Zapata
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This dish features pasta tossed with fresh broccoli in a light garlic sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 200g whole wheat pasta
  • 250g broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt.
  3. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water for the last 3 minutes of pasta cooking.
  4. Drain the pasta and broccoli together.
  5. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic.
  6. Sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  7. Add the drained pasta and broccoli to the pan and toss well.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use any type of pasta you prefer.
  • For a vegan option, skip the Parmesan cheese.
  • Add red pepper flakes for heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Healthy Broccoli Pasta, Italian dish, vegetarian pasta