Roasted Broccoli Pasta

Roasted Broccoli Pasta is an easy weeknight meal that is perfect for Meatless Mondays! The broccoli is roasted to perfection, giving it a crispy, caramelized texture that pairs beautifully with tender pasta. Tossed with a hint of garlic and a sprinkle of parmesan, this dish is all about those simple, bold flavors that make your taste buds dance. It's no-fuss recipe that makes a welcome change to your dinner routine.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Quinoa

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 260kcal

Author Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

1 pound fresh broccoli cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon sea salt
8 ounces quinoa angel hair or spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
6 ounces fresh Parmesan grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
¼ cup pine nuts toasted

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 420. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl toss together broccoli, olive oil, garlic and salt. Place in oven and roast for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add garlic and crushed red pepper and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add pasta and pasta water and cook until the pasta is well coated and the water is partially absorbed, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with broccoli and parmesan. Top with basil and pine nuts and serve.
Servings 6, Calories 374, Fat 20.3g, Carbohydrates 38g, Protein 14.8g, Cholesterol 20mg, Sodium 447mg, Fiber 4.9g, Sugars 2.2g, WW Pts 10

Notes

Servings 6, Calories 374, Fat 20.3g, Carbohydrates 38g, Protein 14.8g, Cholesterol 20mg, Sodium 447mg, Fiber 4.9g, Sugars 2.2g, WW Pts 10

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