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A classic vegetarian Italian-American comfort dish where tender broccoli florets and al dente pasta are tossed in a simple, fragrant sauce of garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner.
For 4 servings
Prep Ingredients (10 minutes)
Cook Pasta and Broccoli (10-12 minutes)
Reserve Water and Drain (1 minute)
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A classic vegetarian Italian-American comfort dish where tender broccoli florets and al dente pasta are tossed in a simple, fragrant sauce of garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner.
This italian_american recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 709.24 calories per serving with 25.34g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Sauté Aromatics (2 minutes)
Create the Sauce (2 minutes)
Season and Serve (1 minute)
Toss in cooked Italian sausage, grilled chicken, or sautéed shrimp at the end for a heartier meal.
For a deeper, savory flavor, add 2-3 anchovy fillets to the oil with the garlic. They will dissolve completely and you won't taste fishiness.
Wilt in a few handfuls of baby spinach or chopped kale during the last minute of cooking the sauce.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a bit of lemon zest stirred in at the end will brighten all the flavors.
Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse, providing significant amounts of Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.
Extra virgin olive oil is a primary source of monounsaturated fats, which are known to support cardiovascular health by helping to reduce bad cholesterol levels.
Both Parmesan cheese and broccoli are good sources of calcium, an essential mineral for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth.
The complex carbohydrates from the pasta are broken down slowly by the body, providing a steady release of energy to fuel your day.
One serving of this Pasta Con Broccoli contains approximately 710-740 calories, depending on the exact type of pasta and cheese used. It's a substantial main course.
It can be part of a healthy diet. The dish is rich in nutrients from broccoli and contains healthy monounsaturated fats from olive oil. However, it is also high in carbohydrates and calories from the pasta and cheese, so portion control is key.
Absolutely. Simply substitute the regular pasta with your favorite brand of gluten-free pasta. Cook according to the package directions, as cooking times can vary.
Yes, you can use frozen broccoli florets. There's no need to thaw them first. Add them directly to the boiling pasta water during the last 3-4 minutes of the pasta's cooking time.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the pasta in a pan over low-medium heat with a splash of water or broth to help loosen the sauce and prevent it from drying out.
This usually happens if the sauce 'breaks'. The most common reasons are: not using enough starchy pasta water, not stirring vigorously enough to emulsify the oil and water, or having the heat too high when you combine the ingredients.