Description
A quick and delightful meal that combines fresh broccoli with your favorite pasta, drizzled with olive oil and sautéed garlic.
Ingredients
- Pasta (spaghetti, penne, or whole wheat)
- Fresh broccoli
- Olive oil
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or chives)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli to the skillet and stir frequently for 4-5 minutes until tender but vibrant green.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, adding olive oil, reserved pasta water, and red pepper flakes; mix well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs; adjust flavors to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs or cheese if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the broccoli for a vibrant look and crunchy texture. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: broccoli pasta, quick meal, healthy recipes, vegetarian pasta, family favorite