Description
Broccoli Pasta is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines al dente pasta with fresh, sautéed broccoli, aromatic garlic, and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner at home. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor and comfort, making it an irresistible meal for pasta lovers and health-conscious eaters alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add broccoli florets and splash with water; cover and steam for about 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Remove the lid and sauté broccoli until slightly charred.
- Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Combine the pasta with the broccoli mixture in the skillet.
- Stir in reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Top with toasted pine nuts and additional Parmesan if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg