Pasta with Broccoli and Capers Recipe

Weight Watchers Pasta with Broccoli & Capers

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5 from 1 vote

This quick little pasta dish with capers and broccoli is perfect for busy nights.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: broccoli pasta, pasta with broccoli, pasta with capers

Servings:

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, peeled
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup capers, rinsed
1-1/2 pounds broccoli
1 pound short pasta (ziti, fusilli, conchiglie, gnocchi, etc.)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to taste

Instructions

Mince or mash the garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth and then put it in a large bowl with the olive oil, red pepper flakes and capers.
Peel the broccoli stems. Cut the broccoli florets and stems into small, bite-size pieces.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. When it boils add a good amount of salt. Add the broccoli and cook, uncovered, until tender 4 to 5 minutes.
Scoop out the broccoli with a strainer and shake off the excess water, then add it to the bowl with the garlic and olive oil. Toss the mixture gently to combine.
Cook the pasta just until al center, then drain it and add it to the broccoli. Toss well.
Season with plenty of freshly grated pepper. Toss with the Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Serving size: 1/8th recipe

WW Points: 9

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8 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Since the ingredients are so basic and preparation so simple, using really good pasta, olive oil, and Parmesan will make a big difference to its overall tastiness.

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