Whole Wheat Aglio e Olio with Broccoli
Whole wheat pasta sautéed in oil with garlic, broccoli, and grated cheese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $$
Ingredients
- 1 lb. of whole wheat pasta
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 8 cloves of garlic sliced thin
- 4 oz. pasta water
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 2 tbsp. grated cheese
Instructions
Preparing the Pasta:
- Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions for al dente pasta. Before you drain the pasta save off 4 oz. of pasta water.
Bringing Everything Together:
- While pasta is cooking, place a large skillet on medium heat and add the extra virgin olive oil.
- When oil is hot, add the sliced garlic and sauté. Once the garlic begins to turn golden brown add the broccoli and sauté for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
- Next, add the cooked pasta, pasta water, salt, black pepper, and grated cheese. Cook for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
To Serve:
- Place pasta in a large serving bowl. Add more grated cheese to taste when serving.
Notes
Invent Your Recipe:
Oil and garlic on pasta is amazing! I have another version of this recipe were I use green beans instead of broccoli. I usually chose broccoli which grabs onto the oil and grated cheese for an amazing bite! In this recipe I am also using whole wheat pasta.
I was never a fan of whole wheat pasta, but over the years, the quality and texture of whole wheat pasta has gotten better in my opinion. Sometimes, I can't even tell the difference.
For some additional heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal