Easy Healthy Broccoli Pasta
A quick and nutritious pasta dish featuring broccoli, garlic, and a light olive oil sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta Your choice of shape
- 2 cups Broccoli Florets
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional
- Red Pepper Flakes to taste Optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
- For the last 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets to the pot.
- Drain pasta and broccoli together in a colander and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Stir well to coat.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.