Cavatelli and Broccoli
Tender broccoli florets are briefly blanched, then sautéed with plenty of garlic and olive oil before being tossed with hot cavatelli. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds gentle heat, while Parmesan lends a savory finish. Cavatelli and Broccoli is a bright, weeknight-friendly pasta that works as a satisfying dinner or a hearty side.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cavatelli and Broccoli, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 17 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 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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- 56
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the broccoli in the boiling water for about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the broccoli to a large bowl and set aside.
- 2
Season the boiling water in the same pot with salt. Cook the cavatelli in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the garlic in the hot oil until lightly golden, being careful not to let it burn. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet crisp to the bite, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Add the cooked cavatelli to the skillet and toss well with the broccoli mixture until warmed through. Season with salt and hot pepper flakes. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 286.37 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 8.21 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 28.08 g 10%
- Total Fat 17.9 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 2.85 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 3.37 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 90.95 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 3.09 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 142.17 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 2.03 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 482.51 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 82.63 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 152.57 mg Good Source 170%
- 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
Cavatelli and Broccoli is made with 7 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Broccoli, Cavatelli Pasta, Garlic, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 286.37 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cavatelli and Broccoli made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli, Cavatelli Pasta, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Olive Oil. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cavatelli and Broccoli?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 286.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cavatelli and Broccoli easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Cavatelli and Broccoli healthy?
- Cavatelli and Broccoli has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 286.37 calories and 8.21 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.85 g (14% 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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