Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

Creamy, flavorful, and loaded with vibrant veggies, Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist. This quick and easy recipe combines tender penne pasta, sautéed broccoli florets, and a velvety homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Infused with the aromatic richness of garlic, this dish is perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper for a balanced taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a family-friendly classic that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor. Indulge in the perfect harmony of nutritious broccoli and indulgent, creamy pasta—it’s a dish that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Penne pasta
• 3 cups Broccoli florets
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, or until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant green. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes while stirring occasionally to combine.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 7

Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and gently stir to coat the broccoli in the sauce.

Step 8

Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated. Use the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to thin the sauce if needed.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving, if using. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1282.3 grams (1282.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3825

Total Fat 256.80g	329%
Saturated Fat 144.10g	721%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 693mg	231%
Sodium 3251mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 269.40g	98%
Dietary Fiber 19.50g	70%
Total Sugars 3.20g
Protein 85.50g	171%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1058mg	81%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 768mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 28.9%