Broccoli and Mushroom Whole Wheat Pasta
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Description
Healthy and nutritious whole wheat pasta with broccoli and mushrooms is a quick and hearty dinner dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup (240 ml) broccoli florets
- 1 cup (240 ml) mushroom
- 2-3 garlic pods chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 2-3 green chillies chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) pepper powder
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) parmesan cheese
- salt as per taste
Instructions
- Boil pasta and keep it aside.
- In a pan heat olive oil.
- Add chopped garlic, onions, broccoli, mushroom and green chillies. Let it cook for 10 mins.
- Now add milk, cheese, pepper powder and salt. Let it cook for 10 mins.
- Finally add pasta and cook for 5 mins.
- Serve it hot
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Pasta
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this pasta use milk instead of cream for the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of milk combined with 1 tbsp parmesan cheese and pepper powder to create a lighter, lower-calorie sauce rather than a heavy cream-based one. This is in keeping with the recipe’s description as “healthy and nutritious” — the whole wheat pasta and vegetable-forward approach are matched by a lighter dairy base.
What makes green chillies a key ingredient in this pasta?
The addition of 2–3 chopped green chillies alongside the garlic, onion, broccoli, and mushroom reflects the Indian-style cooking approach. They add heat that balances the mild milk-and-parmesan sauce and give this pasta a distinct flavor profile different from a standard Italian broccoli pasta.
