Creamy Lemon Broccoli Pasta
Creamy Lemon Broccoli Pasta is a vibrant, comforting dish that combines fresh broccoli and zesty lemon in a rich cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s sure to impress both family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds. Add broccoli florets and cook until tender yet crisp, approximately 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well with the broccoli and garlic. Simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together while adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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