Cruciferous Veggie Pasta
I love this recipe (originally adapted from Goop) on nights when I want something healthy but am also craving something a little more filling. It’s packed with lots of veggies and is super versatile. You can use anything veggies you have in your fridge, but I personally love this combo. The Brussels & kale (cruciferous veggies, hence the name!) have a really beautiful flavor when they’re pan fried and the red pepper adds a nice bit of sweetness.
Another reason I love this recipe is because cruciferous veggies are great for women to add into their diet to help with estrogen detoxification and rebalance hormones.
Give this recipe a try and let me know what you think!
Cruciferous Veggie Pasta
SERVES 3
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pack of Banza pasta
- A handful of Brussels sprouts, finely diced
- A handful of chopped kale
- A head of broccoli, broken into pieces
- A diced red bell pepper
- 6-7 cloves of garlic, finely diced
- Olive oil (I used one for cooking + a nicer one for finishing)
- Himalayan Sea Salt
- Lemon
- Aleppo Pepper
Directions
1. First you’ll want to prep all your veg - this dish takes no time at all so it’s easier to have it all ready!
2. While you’re prepping, go ahead and boil some water and cook the pasta, 6-7 minutes or until al dente.
3. Drain the pasta & drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
4. Start sautéing your veggies. I start with the brussel sprouts - add a decent amount of oil to the pan (1 tbsp) and turn the heat on medium-high. Add the Brussels and cook until they get brown & fragrant.
5. Salt & Remove from pan. Do the same for the broccoli.
6. Remove broccoli from the pan and reduce to a low-medium heat.
7. Add another tbsp of oil to the pan and add your garlic. Then add red bell pepper & sauté for another minute or two.
8. Add the pasta, broccoli, Brussels and kale. Sauté until combined.
9. Top with lemon zest, a good bit of salt, Aleppo pepper and a high quality olive oil to finish. Enjoy!
Hi there, I’m Katie! I am a cat mom, music publisher, and certified health coach. I believe that food is medicine but that our health also goes well beyond what is on our plate. True health is deeply rooted in our mental, physical, relational and spiritual well-being. It is my passion to come alongside you and help guide you to a more healthy, balanced, and nourished life.
