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Broccoli Chickpea Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 350
A simple and flavorful pasta dish featuring broccoli, chickpeas, and a fragrant garlic olive oil sauce. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 250 g Pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)

Vegetables

  • 300 g Broccoli Florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 400 g Chickpeas (drained & rinsed)

Flavorings

  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 60 ml Olive Oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 60 ml Vegetable Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 30 g Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta al dente, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
  • Heat olive oil, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 1 minute.
  • Add broccoli, cook 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Add chickpeas, broth, and lemon juice. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
  • Mix pasta into the pan, add pasta water if needed.
  • Season with salt and pepper, add parmesan if using. Serve warm.

Notes

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta