If you’re bored with the usual tomato-based sauces, this Broccoli Feta Pasta Sauce offers a fresh, satisfying alternative. Bright, creamy, and low in calories, it’s an excellent sauce for your favorite pasta, but also works beautifully over chicken, rice, or a baked potato. I first tried it with Miracle Noodles and found it filling and flavorful.
This sauce is a clever way to boost your vegetable intake: it’s mostly broccoli, but the flavor is balanced so it doesn’t taste overly “broccoli-like.” Tangy feta and a touch of lemon round out the sauce for a lively, nutritious topping that’s both simple and delicious.
BROCCOLI FETA PASTA SAUCE RECIPE
Calories171 kcal
Carbohydrates12.2 g
Fat9.7 g
Protein11.2 g
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: 4 servings
- 16 oz package of broccoli florets
- 5 oz fat free feta cheese
- 2 tbsp light butter
- 1 small onion – (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves – (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ⅓ cup water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Steam the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl or a vegetable steamer until tender.
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In a large nonstick skillet, melt the light butter over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
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Transfer the cooked onion and garlic to a blender. Add the steamed broccoli, feta, olive oil, lemon juice, water, and salt and pepper. Puree until smooth, adding more water if the sauce is too thick. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- This recipe yields four servings.
- One serving is roughly 3/4 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 171 kcal (9%)Carbohydrates: 12.2 g (4%)Protein: 11.2 g (22%)Fat: 9.7 g (15%)Saturated Fat: 4.2 g (26%)Cholesterol: 15 mg (5%)Sodium: 649 mg (28%)Potassium: 411 mg (12%)Fiber: 3.4 g (14%)Sugar: 5.4 g (6%)Calcium: 150 mg (15%)Iron: 0.9 mg (5%)
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