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Smashed Broccoli Pasta

Smashed Broccoli Pasta

This Smashed Broccoli Pasta is a quick, delicious dish offering vibrant flavors in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces pasta shells
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Equipment

  • steamer
  • Blender
  • Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Steam the broccoli florets until fork-tender, about 7–9 minutes.
  2. In a blender, combine broccoli, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Blend until creamy.
  3. Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  4. Return pasta to the pot and toss with the broccoli sauce. Add pasta water as needed for creaminess.
  5. Serve with extra Parmesan and a few whole broccoli florets for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 12gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize with other greens or proteins for a personal touch.

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