Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and nutritious recipe combining broccoli, turkey bacon, and pasta for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Calorie
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whole grain pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the pan, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Toss pasta, crumbled bacon, and Parmesan into the pan with broccoli and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit turkey bacon.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta, Broccoli Pasta, Turkey Bacon Pasta