Healthy Broccoli Parmesan Pasta is a quick and easy meal that tastes great and is good for you. The broccoli and whole wheat pasta give you fiber and vitamins, and the Parmesan cheese makes it taste even better.
Ingredients: 8 oz whole wheat pasta. 2 cups broccoli florets. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant but not browned. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to combine with the garlic oil. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and broccoli. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again to coat evenly. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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