Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or favorite pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, steam broccoli until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cooked broccoli and pasta to the skillet. Toss well to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
- Try adding crushed red pepper for extra spiciness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Boiling, sautéing, steaming
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired healthy
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg