Light & Healthy Broccoli Pasta is the perfect weeknight comfort dish that’s creamy, vibrant, and packed with greens — all ready in under 30 minutes!

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1 large head of broccoli, chopped into small florets

12 oz shell pasta (or any pasta you love)

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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1. Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook pasta according to package instructions.

2. Add broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water during the last 3 minutes of cooking.

3. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta and broccoli.

4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

5. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

6. Return pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Add reserved pasta water and stir to combine.

7. Add grated parmesan cheese and toss everything until creamy and coated.

8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

9. Serve warm with extra cheese on top.

You can blend part of the broccoli for a creamier sauce.

Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.

Add lemon zest for brightness or grilled chicken for protein.