Lemon Broccoli Pasta

Lemon Broccoli Pasta

This flavorful pasta is sure to become a favorite around your dinner table. Grated lemon peel adds a delightful touch to the delicate flavor, and Greek yogurt provides a creamy consistency that no one will be able to resist. Learn about the Mediterranean diet in "Five Reasons to Try the Mediterranean Diet."
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Ingredients

Directions

Yield:
6 servings

Serving size:
1 cup

Spray large saucepan with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add green onions and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes or until green onions are tender.

Stir broth, lemon peel, and pepper into saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in broccoli and pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, 6 to 7 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat. Stir in yogurt until well blended. Let stand 5 minutes. Top with cheese before serving. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 120 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 125 mg, Fiber: 2 g

Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Vegetable.

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