By Nicole Drolet
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
6 steps
Prep:15minCook:30min
Updated at: Tue, 06 Feb 2024 23:44:27 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
10
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories322.3 kcal (16%)
Total Fat23.8 g (34%)
Carbs21.9 g (8%)
Sugars3.1 g (3%)
Protein7.3 g (15%)
Sodium496.8 mg (25%)
Fiber3.4 g (12%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Add the broccoli florets to a pot of boiling water and boil until they're cooked through. Alternatively, steam the florets in a steaming basket until they're cooked.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pot of salted water on the stove according to the packet instructions. Once cooked, strain the pasta. Set aside.
Step 3
Place the cooked broccoli in a food processor and blend until it forms a creamy consistency. Add your milk of choice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Blend again. If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tbsp water.
Step 4
Add the broccoli sauce to the mixing bowl with the pasta. Stir to coat the pasta.
Step 5
Add the broccoli sauce to the mixing bowl with the pasta. Stir to coat the pasta.
Notes
Step 6
Add 90-120 g (raw) of your favorite animal protein per serve or choose from the following: 1 cup lentils, chickpeas or beans (or a mix) or 100 g of tempeh or 150 g tofu (1-2 times a week); per serve.
Notes
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