10-Minute Broccolini Pasta Recipe

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Prep time

2 mins

Cook time

8 mins

Total time

10 mins

This quick broccolini pasta recipe uses 6-ingredients including garlic, pasta of choice and broccolini (or broccoli if you prefer). This broccoli pasta is creamy, garlic-y and great to enjoy when you don’t have much time for cooking. It only needs 6 ingredients plus a few optional garnishes. If you don’t have access to broccolini, simply swap for broccoli or asparagus.

Author: The Edgy Veg

Recipe type: Main

Cuisine: Vegan

Serves: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 bunches broccolini or broccoli, chopped
• 1 lb uncooked pasta (I used spaghetti)
• 1½ tbsp salt for boiling water
• ½ cup reserved pasta water (for sauce)
• 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or minced
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 handful parsley, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional for extra spice)
• ½-1 cupvegan cheese of choice (optional)
• lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. Add salt to large pot of water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccolini in the boiling water for a minute or 2 mins. If you have frozen broccolini or broccoli, cook or steam based on your preference.
2. Remove Broccolini with a slotted spoon or fine-mesh sieve. You can also use a strainer for your broccolini or broccoli. Set aside.
3. Add pasta to boiling water, and cook until al dente.
4. Meanwhile, heat olive oil and sliced or minced garlic in a large pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, 5 mins. I like to add mushrooms as well
5. Add broccolini, chili flakes, and optional seasoning to the large pan with garlic.
6. Next, add your pasta, by transferring it from the water with a slotted spoon or tongs, directly into the oil. Toss to coat.
7. Add ½ cup of pasta water into the pan and bring to a boil, stirring gently.
8. Turn off the heat, and gently stir until the “sauce” thickens. Squeeze some fresh lemon juice.
9. If you want a cheesy pasta, sprinkle in parmesan