Description
A delicious and healthy pasta dish featuring warm broccoli, almonds, and a zesty lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Add the broccoli florets to the pot during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet, along with the lemon zest, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and toss again. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added protein, consider tossing in cooked chicken or chickpeas.
- Substitute the almonds with walnuts or pine nuts for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg