Description
A simple and flavorful pasta dish with fresh broccoli, garlic, and lemon zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli and cook until tender (4-5 minutes).
- Toss in cooked pasta, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli for best texture.
- Double garlic if you prefer a stronger flavor.
- Add a pinch of black pepper for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg