Parmesan Roasted Broccoli with Brown Rice Pasta
Brown rice pasta is a useful option for households where kids would be perfectly content eating pasta seven nights a week. It’s also a whole grain and gluten-free option for families with allergies. Nowadays you can find it at most grocery stores, but some brands are better than others—I like Trader Joe’s and Tinkyada. Serve this dish with roasted chicken or grilled shrimp, or toss in some white beans for a Meatless Monday dinner.
12 ounces brown rice pasta
3 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Zest and juice of 1⁄2 a lemon
Cook pasta according to package directions and set aide. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place broccoli on a sheet pan, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from oven and toss with Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss broccoli with cooked pasta and serve.
YIELD: 7 cups
Nutrition Information per 1 Cup
Calories: 227, Total Fat: 6 grams, Saturated Fat: 1 gram, Carbohydrate: 40 grams, Sugars: 1 gram, Protein: 5 grams, Sodium: 117 milligrams, Cholesterol: 1 milligram, Fiber: 3 grams, Vitamin D: 0 IU, Calcium: 38 milligrams, Iron: 0.4 milligrams