4 Ingredient Pasta Recipe with Broccoli and Feta
This healthy 4 Ingredient Pasta with Broccoli and Feta is a simple pasta dish made in minutes. Healthy, satisfying, and delicious.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 191kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cavatappi pasta regular, chickpea, or whole wheat
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 large heads of broccoli florets cooked (about 4 cups)
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large Dutch Oven, cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water.
- A quick and easy way to cook the broccoli is to add the florets to the pasta during its last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time.
- Return the drained pasta to the Dutch oven and add Feta cheese and lemon juice. Stir until the cheese melts and coats the pasta, adding the reserved pasta water as needed to make a thin sauce.
- Gently stir in cooked broccoli. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired for added heat and flavor.
Notes
Broccoli
- I like to add fresh broccoli florets to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time. It saves a pot, and it's a quick and easy way to cook broccoli.
Adding Protein:
- Salami, sliced thinly, prosciutto, or crumbled cooked bacon is a delicious addition to this simple pasta dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 289mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g