CREAMY BROCCOLI PASTA

If you're looking for a simple weeknight pasta dish, look no further.

 

MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

8 ounces cavatappi or rotini, preferably whole wheat

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup halved and sliced onion

2 cups chopped broccoli

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

½ cup mascarpone cheese (3 ounces)

¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

 

METHOD

STEP 1

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Drain the pasta and return to the pot.

STEP 2

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add broccoli, salt and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 3 more minutes. Remove from heat.

STEP 3

Whisk mascarpone, yogurt, garlic powder and the reserved pasta water together in a small bowl. Add to the pasta along with the broccoli mixture. Stir well to coat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

 

 

Nutrition Value

562 Kcal,

36g fat,

16g saturated fat,

7g fiber,

16g protein,

51g carbs