Description
A quick, vibrant pasta dish featuring fresh broccoli and garlic, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pasta (whole grain or gluten-free)
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Garlic (whole cloves)
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice and zest
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, toasted nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the broccoli: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant. Stir in broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Add drained pasta to the skillet, along with reserved pasta water, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
- Finishing touches: Grate Parmesan over the warm pasta, allowing it to melt. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve warm: Enjoy with a drizzle of olive oil and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Always taste as you go and adjust seasoning accordingly. Blanch broccoli if unsure to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: broccoli pasta, healthy pasta, quick meal, vegetarian recipe, family dinner