Creamy Broccoli Pasta

Serves

4

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Ingredients

3.5 oz (100 g) broccoli, florets separated
6 green onions, trimmed, sliced
1 leek, washed, halved lengthwise, finely sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3.5 oz (100 g) frozen spinach
7 oz (200 g) frozen peas
15.9 oz (450 g) dried penne pasta
1.8 oz (50 g) vegan cheese, grated
6.8 fl oz (200 ml) reserved pasta cooking water

Nutrition

(Per Serving)

Calories

548

Fats

12 g

Protein

12 g

Carbs

98 g

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 6.8 fl oz (200 ml) cooking water and drain pasta.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in pan over medium heat. Sauté broccoli florets, green onions, and leeks for 5 minutes. Add garlic, spinach, peas, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add reserved cooking water to pan. Blend sauce to your preferred consistency (smooth or chunky).
  • Toss pasta and broccoli tips in sauce with 1 tablespoon olive oil and cheese. Serve warm.