Parmesan Broccoli Pasta
A delicious and easy pasta dish featuring broccoli and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets and sauté for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with broccoli and garlic.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of pasta water or a dollop of cream.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 52 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
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