Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Pasta with Vegetarian Sausage
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavor-packed recipe for Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Pasta paired with hearty vegetarian sausage. This vibrant dish combines tender broccoli rabe sautéed with fragrant garlic and a kick of red pepper flakes, tossed with perfectly al dente pasta and browned vegetarian sausage for a wholesome, satisfying meal. A touch of reserved pasta water transforms the ingredients into a light, silky sauce, while optional grated Parmesan adds a savory finish. Ready in just 35 minutes and loaded with bold flavors and healthy greens, this vegetarian pasta is a quick and delicious way to bring restaurant-quality dining to your table. Perfect for busy evenings or meatless Mondays, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Broccoli rabe
- 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., penne or rigatoni)
- 4 links Vegetarian sausage
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, to serve)
- 1 cup Pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. While waiting, prepare the broccoli rabe by trimming the tough ends and cutting the rest into 2-inch pieces.
In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Slice the vegetarian sausage into rounds and cook them for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove and set aside.
Cook the pasta in the boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
Meanwhile, in the same skillet used for the sausage, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the broccoli rabe to the skillet, along with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until tender and slightly wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked pasta and vegetarian sausage. Gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water, a little at a time, tossing to create a light sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 999 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
