Description
A quick and nourishing pasta dish featuring vibrant broccoli and aromatic garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., spaghetti or penne)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still bright green.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the broccoli and garlic mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter option, use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg