Cheesy Broccoli Pasta

Cheesy Broccoli Pasta is a delightful, low-carb dish that combines tender broccoli florets with creamy cheese sauce and zoodles (zucchini noodles) for a satisfying meal. This Keto-friendly recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Broccoli florets - 200 grams
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Cheddar cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer to create zoodles and set aside.
2. In a pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the zoodles and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring until melted and combined.
5. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Fold in the blanched broccoli florets and mix until well combined and heated through.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 38 g
• Saturated Fat: 20 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from broccoli and healthy fats from cheese and cream.

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