You might remember some of my favorite healthy pasta recipes from the past, like the Balsamic Chicken Pasta and the Kale Pesto Pasta. I’m a firm believer that you should be able to eat whatever you want and stay healthy and fit, which is why I thoroughly enjoyed delicious broccoli Alfredo pasta for dinner the other night =) I’m not a fan of the the standard creamy Alfredo sauce, so I made a few modificiations to the sauce…the result? Skinny Broccoli Alfredo Pasta…
Skinny Broccoli Alfredo Pasta {recipe serves 2}
2 cups cooked broccoli
one cup cooked whole wheat linguini
2 tbsp olive oil
one clove crushed garlic
2 tbsp flour
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 skim milk
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt & pepper
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions
Using a large skillet, heat olive oil, add garlic and cook until golden brown (about 1 minute). Add flour to the skillet, whisk for about a minute.
Add in chicken broth, skim milk, Greek yogurt and salt & pepper, reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese. Pour sauce over cooked pasta then add broccoli.
Enjoy!