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 |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 171.9 kcal |
| Protein | 8.4 g |
| Fat | 3.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31.5 g |
| Fiber | 6.4 g |
| Sugar | 4.3 g |
Published on Jul 19, 2024 by Luminița