By Lydia Belcher
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
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Prep:10minCook:10min
Turns out pasta can be healthy, and this Creamy Broccoli Pasta does not disappoint! Packed full of flavor and wholesome ingredients, this is a must-try weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup pasta of choice, cooked
1/4 cup almond milk, or milk of choice
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp parmesan cheese, shaved, to serve (optional)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
chili flakes, to taste
parmesan cheese, grated, to garnish
basil leaves, to garnish
Directions
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: To serve, top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Updated at: Sat, 03 May 2025 10:56:26 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
69
Moderate
Glycemic Load
14
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories295.8 kcal (15%)
Total Fat23.4 g (33%)
Carbs20.7 g (8%)
Sugars2.9 g (3%)
Protein5.1 g (10%)
Sodium468.2 mg (23%)
Fiber3.2 g (11%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
Instructions
Step 1
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: To serve, top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
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