Description
A quick and healthy pasta dish featuring vibrant broccoli, garlic, and a hint of lemon, perfect for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta (spaghetti, penne, or gluten-free)
- Fresh Broccoli
- Olive Oil
- Garlic (fresh cloves)
- Lemon (for juice)
- Parmesan Cheese (grated or shaved)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add broccoli florets and a splash of water, cover, and steam for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and toss in grated parmesan. Add extra herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnished with more parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
For added nutrition, use whole grain or lentil pasta. Add red pepper flakes for heat or cherry tomatoes for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: broccoli pasta, healthy pasta, quick meal, vegetarian, spring recipe