Broccoli Pasta with Chilli, Garlic and Parmesan
Orecchiette broccoli pasta made with chilli, garlic and parmesan. This is the quickest 10-minute meal using only 5 ingredients, it's not only easy to make but delicious and healthy too. It makes a great weeknight meal when you're in a hurry and can even be eaten cold for lunches the next day.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 380kcal
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cut the broccoli into small florets and add them to pot with the pasta after 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, finely chop the shallot, garlic clove and fresh chilli and add it to a frying pan with a 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Saute everything slowly until the pasta and broccoli are ready (around 3 minutes).
- Drain the broccoli and pasta then add them to the pan with the shallot, garlic and chilli. Add the parmesan and stir until everything is combined and coated evenly, season with a little salt and pepper and a squueze of lemon juice, serve.
Notes
Tip: Don't throw away the broccoli stalk. Chop it up and add it to other pasta dishes, salads or stir-fries. It's so delicious and full of goodness.
What Can I Add To Broccoli Pasta - Some Variations
- Add chicken for extra protein
- Swap the broccoli for romanesco or cauliflower
- Different cheeses such as gruyere or pecorino
- Grated zucchini/courgette
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Pasta with Chilli, Garlic and Parmesan
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 96mg4%
Potassium 704mg20%
Carbohydrates 68g23%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 1075IU22%
Vitamin C 152.5mg185%
Calcium 117mg12%
Iron 2.3mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 704mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1075IU | Vitamin C: 152.5mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2.3mg