Easy One-Pot Broccoli Pasta

When looking for an option for a “Meatless Monday” meal, be sure to put this broccoli & spaghetti dish on your planning list.

I've said it before and I will say it again- Simple ingredients create the best recipes! Cook everything in one pot on the stove and dinner is ready in no time.

I ate this simple Italian meal while growing up and it always holds a place as true comfort food. Now that I'm older, I understand why this dish was served often. It only takes one pot to make it, the ingredients are simple, and a little goes a long way to feed a big family or ensure there will be leftovers to enjoy for a few days.

Tools to make Broccoli & Spaghetti

You only need a few key kitchen items to make this vegetarian dish:

• Stockpot– a staple kitchen item to make pasta, soups, gravies, and more.
• Strainer or colander– like this RSVP International one. It is THE BEST!
• Measuring cups

—- There is a printable recipe at the bottom of this post. —-

• Frozen chopped broccoli or fresh broccoli chopped
• Spaghetti– I like regular, thin pasta for this recipe
• Olive oil
• Locatelli Pecorino Romano Cheese

Related recipes: Broccoli Slaw Salad, Quick Easy Pasta Recipe, One-Pan Vegetable Pasta, Fresh Bruschetta Pasta, Cacio e Pepe

Simple Broccoli & Spaghetti Directions

Bring water to a boil in a stock pot with a touch of olive oil.

Add spaghetti and broccoli to boiling water and cook together until the pasta is finished according to package directions.

Drain pot making sure to leave about 5% of water in pasta.

Add a generous amount of olive oil (about 1/4 C.) salt & pepper. Heavy on salt, very light on pepper.

Place broccoli and spaghetti in a bowl and add a generous sprinkle of grated cheese.

Serving Alternatives

If you are looking to add a bit of protein to this dish homemade Italian meal here are some ideas to get you started

• Cooked chicken
• Shrimp
• Mushrooms
• Cannellini beans

How to Store Leftovers

This simple pasta dish can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy this cold with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or add a scrambled egg for a hearty breakfast.