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1. Colourful Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, Garlic and Lemon Pasta

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by Darryl Grima

Fresh, fragrant and wonderfully simple, this Colourful Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, Garlic and Lemon Pasta transforms a handful of everyday ingredients into a satisfying plant-based meal. Tender broccoli, gently cooked garlic and bright lemon come together to create a light yet flavourful pasta dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or an easy midweek dinner.

Colourful Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, Garlic and Lemon Pasta

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Serves: 2
Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • 350g pasta
  • 1 medium broccoli, divided into small florets
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 yellow or red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon chilli flakes, optional
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast, optional
  • A handful of fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper
  • A little reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water.
  • Add the broccoli during the final four or five minutes of cooking.
  • Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large pan.
  • Add the sliced pepper and cook for three or four minutes.
  • Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften but still retain their shape.
  • Add the garlic and chilli flakes and cook gently for another minute.
  • Add the drained pasta and broccoli, followed by the lemon zest and juice.
  • Pour in a little pasta water and toss until everything is lightly coated.
  • Stir through the nutritional yeast and fresh herbs. Season and serve.

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