Broccoli And Pasta

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Italian

A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh broccoli and garlic, enhanced with Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients with bold flavors that appeal to vegetarians and pasta lovers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 head broccoli, chopped
  • 8 oz. cooked pasta
  • 4 oz. Parmesan cheese
  • 4 oz. Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the chopped broccoli to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet with the broccoli.
  6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pasta and broccoli mixture.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and melted.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

452 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.6g 29% DV
Total Fat 31g 40% DV
Carbs 29.7g 11% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 1.7g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 459.5mg 20% DV
Potassium 326mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 99.8mcg 11% DV
Vitamin C 11.6mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 278mg 21% DV
Iron 3.4mg 19% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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