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Easy Healthy Broccoli Pasta – A Light, Veggie-Packed Dinner in 30 Minutes

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This Easy Healthy Broccoli Pasta combines tender broccoli, olive oil, garlic, and lemon for a light yet satisfying meal. Naturally vegetarian and ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)

  • 4 cups broccoli florets

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Boil pasta in salted water. In last 3–4 minutes, add broccoli. Cook until both are tender.

  • Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.

  • Sauté garlic in olive oil with red pepper flakes until fragrant.

  • Blend half the broccoli with garlic oil, lemon juice, Parmesan, and pasta water until smooth.

  • Toss pasta and remaining broccoli with blended sauce. Add more water if needed.

  • Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Vegan version: Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

  • Add Greek yogurt or cashew cream for extra creaminess.

  • Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days.

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