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Italian Broccoli and Pasta

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Makes: 4 servings

Broccoli and tomatoes add color and flavor to this savory pasta dish. Use spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccini for the pasta.

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces spaghetti noodles (uncooked)
  • 3 tablespoons onion (chopped)
  • 2 cups broccoli (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can low-sodium stewed tomatoes (14.5 ounce)
  • 2/3 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (grated)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook noodles according to package instructions (do not include oil or salt), and drain.
  3. Spray a medium skillet with non-stick cooking spray; stir-fry onion and broccoli for 3 minutes over medium heat.
  4. Add seasonings (but not the Parmesan cheese) and tomatoes; simmer until heated through.
  5. Spoon vegetable mixture over noodles and top with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

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Source:

Discover the Secret to Healthy Living
California Department of Health Services
California Children’s 5-A-Day Power Play Campaign

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups prepared pasta, 1/4 of recipe (201g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 231
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Sodium 41 mg
Carbohydrates 44 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 83 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 414 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 231
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Carbohydrates 44 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Minerals
Calcium 83 mg
Potassium 414 mg
Sodium 41 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 3 mg
Magnesium 45 mg
Phosphorus 127 mg
Selenium 33 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 31 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 50 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 65 mcg
Folate 180 mcg
Thiamin 1.0 mg
Riboflavin 0.3 mg
Niacin 3 mg
Choline 24 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1 1/2 ounces
Vegetables 3/4 cups
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