“Delicious Light & Healthy Broccoli Pasta Recipe for a Guilt-Free Meal”
Author:antaki
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor a guilt-free meal with this light & healthy broccoli pasta recipe. Enjoy a delicious blend of flavors that’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz whole wheat pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
Instructions
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
In the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time, toss the broccoli florets into the pot with the pasta.
Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli mixture in a colander.
In the same pot, add the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Return the drained pasta and broccoli to the pot, tossing to coat in the garlic oil. Add some reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches desired consistency.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss again until everything is well-coated.
Remove from heat and sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts. Stir gently to combine.
Plate the pasta and enjoy.
Notes
A vibrant, nutritious pasta dish featuring fresh broccoli and whole wheat pasta, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
