Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, lemon zest
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add broccoli florets and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Combine cooked pasta with the broccoli and garlic mixture. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Add red pepper flakes or lemon zest if desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- For a vegan version, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Use freshly grated cheese for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian, Healthy, Quick
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 380 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg