Garlic Lemon Broccoli Pasta

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5 from 8 votes

Garlic Lemon Broccoli Pasta

One pot, 20 minutes to make, gluten-free, vegan, Garlic Lemon Broccoli Pasta! This super quick and easy meal is perfect for a busy weeknight or to carb up after a long run.
My Notes:
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Meal Type: Dinner
Special: 10 Ingredients or Less, 30 Minutes or Less, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free
Tool: Stove
Ingredient: Broccoli, Lemons, Pasta
Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cup(s) pasta of choice (gluten-free if preferred)
  • 1 head(s) broccoli cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoon(s) vegan butter or olive oil
  • 4 clove(s) garlic minced
  • 1 lemons zested
  • 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoon(s) sliced or slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoon(s) vegan parmesan (homemade or store-bought) or nutritional yeast
Instructions
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the penne according to the directions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli so it will cook along with the pasta. Drain the pasta and broccoli. 
  • Return the pot to medium-high heat and melt the vegan butter. Add in the garlic and cook for a minute just until garlic begins to brown. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add the pasta and broccoli back into the pot and toss well to combine. Garnish with slivered almonds and parmegan to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 374kcal
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