Description
A comforting and quick pasta dish featuring fresh broccoli, garlic, and a zesty lemon finish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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 (optional)
- Lemon juice (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Add the broccoli florets in the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- Drain both the pasta and broccoli, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and broccoli; combine and add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking, creating a comforting and flavorful dish.
- Serve adorned with grated Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with reserved pasta water for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg