Gluten-Free Pasta with Broccoli
This Gluten-Free Pasta with Broccoli is a quick and wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights or light, satisfying meals. Featuring tender gluten-free pasta tossed with steamed broccoli and infused with the rich flavors of garlic, olive oil, and a hint of red pepper heat, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between comfort food and healthy eating. Finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, it offers both creamy indulgence and fresh brightness in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for gluten-free diets and packed with nutrients from the broccoli. Serve it as a standalone vegetarian entrée or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, steam the broccoli florets in a separate pot, or microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, until tender but still bright green, about 4-5 minutes.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm up the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until the garlic is fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of the pasta water. Add the pasta and steamed broccoli to the skillet with the garlic oil mixture.
Toss thoroughly to coat the pasta and broccoli with the flavored oil, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if needed to help blend the sauce and keep it from being too dry.
Add grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1033 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3131 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*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.
