Light and Healthy Broccoli Pasta with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and healthy twist on pasta featuring fresh broccoli and turkey bacon for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crisp, then remove and chop.
- Add olive oil to the skillet, sauté garlic, and red pepper flakes for one minute.
- Add broccoli and stir-fry until tender.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and chopped turkey bacon, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon if preferred.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams