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Pasta Broccoli
Carolina Gomez

Pasta Broccoli

Pasta Broccoli is a quick and versatile dish that combines tender broccoli with perfectly cooked pasta, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1170
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Short pasta e.g., fusilli
  • Fresh broccoli florets
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Olive oil or extra virgin olive oil
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Lemon zest
  • Lemon juice
  • Reserved pasta water
  • Fresh herbs e.g., parsley
  • Optional: onion powder

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium sauté pan
  • strainer
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Grater
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and stir.
  3. Pour in reserved pasta water to create a sauce. Add the pasta, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss until well combined.
  4. Adjust seasoning if needed. Finish with fresh herbs and more cheese if desired.
  5. Serve hot.

Notes

Nutrition Facts:
  • Calories: About 1170 per serving
  • Fat: 58 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 40% of the meal
  • Protein: 15% of the meal
  • Fiber: Provides about 29% of the daily value