Ingredients
Scale
- 200g of your favorite pasta (preferably whole wheat for extra health benefits)
- 1 large head of fresh broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan cheese for dairy-free)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon for added freshness
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, adding broccoli florets in the last 3-4 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside, reserving about half a cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet, stirring to coat with garlic-infused oil. Add a splash of reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until heated through and evenly mixed.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle with fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
- Replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Use freshly cooked pasta for the best texture.
- Add toppings like cherry tomatoes, olives, or toasted pine nuts for extra taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan options available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 5mg