Broccoli Alfredo Pasta
Broccoli Alfredo Pasta pairs tender farfalle with crisp-tender broccoli in a rich Parmesan sauce scented with garlic and a hint of nutmeg. It’s comforting and velvety with a pleasant bite from the greens, perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special without much fuss. Serve hot with a sprinkle of parsley and freshly cracked pepper.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Broccoli Alfredo Pasta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 19 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 45 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 48
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a colander and reserve the pasta water for later use.
- 2
Add broccoli to a microwave-safe container with 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook on High until bright green and tender with a slight bite, about 4 minutes. Drain, season with salt, and keep warm.
- 3
Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet or saucepan over low heat. Stir in cream and let it simmer, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Add cheese and garlic, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts. Stir in nutmeg and remove from heat. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little reserved pasta water. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 5
To serve, combine the cooked pasta, cooked broccoli, and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs, if desired.
- Calories 662.04 kcal High 33%
- Protein 23.03 g Good Source 46%
- Carbohydrate 48.72 g 18%
- Total Fat 41.7 g High 53%
- Saturated Fat 25.31 g High 127%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 121.38 mg High 40%
- Sodium 550.71 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 6.89 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 2.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 528.23 mg Good Source 41%
- Iron 4.56 mg Good Source 25%
- Potassium 504.43 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 218.44 mcg Good Source 24%
- Vitamin C 39.91 mg Good Source 44%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is made with 9 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Broccoli Florets, Farfalle Pasta, Fresh Parsley, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 662.04 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli Alfredo Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli Florets, Farfalle Pasta, Fresh Parsley, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Ground Nutmeg. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli Alfredo Pasta?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 662.04 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli Alfredo Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Broccoli Alfredo Pasta healthy?
- Broccoli Alfredo Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 662.04 calories and 23.03 g of protein, or 46% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 550.71 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 25.31 g (127% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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