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Broccoli pasta served on a plate.
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5 from 2 votes

Broccoli Pasta

This broccoli pasta is a simple yet delicious dish. Packed with flavour and ready in 15 minutes, it's perfect for busy days!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4
Author: James Wythe

Ingredients

  • 350 g pasta, desired shape I used gluten-free
  • 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot
  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 1 head broccoli
  • ⅓ cup parmesan I used dairy-free
  • 125 ml cream (½ cup) I used dairy-free
  • 1 tsp Italian dried herbs
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Start by cooking your pasta in a pot of salted boiling water.
  • While the pasta is cooking, prepare your veggies: cut the broccoli into small florets, chop the shallots, and finely chop the garlic.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic and cook, stirring for 5 minutes.
  • When your pasta has two minutes left to cook, add broccoli florets to the pot with the pasta. Drain the pasta and broccoli, and reserve ¾ cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Add the pasta cooking water into the skillet with shallots and garlic. Add cream, Italian herbs, and parmesan. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Then, add the drained pasta and broccoli and give it all a good stir until the pasta and broccoli are coated with the sauce and serve.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
Substitutions & Variations: I have included a list of these in the post above.
To Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat in a pot/pan over a low heat until piping hot or in the microwave. You may need to add some water or cream to loosen the sauce.
To Freeze: Leftover pasta will freeze for up to three months. Store in an airtight container. Defrost in the fridge and then reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
Tip 1: Don't be afraid to keep this same sauce and switch out the veg! It will feel like you're eating a little more variety, but you still get to enjoy this sauce on the regular!
Tip 2: If you're trying to introduce your family to broccoli, try cutting the pieces up really small at first.
Tip 3: You can add beef, pork, chicken or prawns into this recipe if you aren’t vegan or vegetarian. If you are vegan/vegetarian you could add tofu if you wished.

Nutrition

Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g