Angel hair pasta with roasted broccoli, garlic, and lemon for a light, savory meal perfect any day.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large broccoli head, cut into small florets
02 - 8 whole garlic cloves, peeled
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - Zest of 1 lemon
05 - Juice of 1 lemon
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
→ Pasta
07 - 12 ounces angel hair pasta
→ Seasonings & Miscellaneous
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss broccoli florets and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until broccoli is tender with light charring and garlic is soft and golden.
04 - Boil a large pot of salted water. Add angel hair pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain pasta.
05 - Transfer roasted garlic cloves to a cutting board and mash them thoroughly with a fork.
06 - In a large skillet over medium heat, combine mashed garlic, roasted broccoli, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Add cooked pasta and toss to mix evenly.
07 - Pour in lemon juice and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the mixture as needed. Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy and well incorporated.
08 - Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional lemon juice to taste. Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
