Cauliflower and Broccoli Pasta Medley with Mustard Sauce

A delightful pasta dish featuring a medley of cauliflower and broccoli, tossed in a flavorful mustard sauce.

Ingredients

1	tablespoon olive oil
1	medium onion, minced
2	garlic cloves, minced
1	red bell pepper, chopped
2	tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2	tablespoons Dijon mustard
1	tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼	teaspoon pepper
1	pinch salt
2	cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1	head cauliflower, broken into florets
1	head broccoli, broken into florets
2	tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

• 1. Begin by heating the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced onion, garlic, and chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until aromatic.
  3. Introduce the fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, pinch of salt, and a quarter teaspoon of pepper. Allow the mixture to cook for 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, then cover and set aside.
  4. In a pot of boiling water, cook the whole wheat spiral pasta for 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower and broccoli florets, continuing to cook for an additional 3 minutes or until the vegetables and pasta are tender. Drain the mixture well.
  5. Combine the cooked pasta, cauliflower, and broccoli with the prepared red pepper and mustard sauce mixture. Toss the ingredients together thoroughly. Before serving, top the dish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Jul 19, 2024