Description
Fast, easy, and oh-so-delicious, this healthy Easy Cauliflower Broccoli Pasta recipe will become your new favorite when you are short on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, fine dice
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 Tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari *
- 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast
Spice/Herb Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 Tablespoons dried minced onions
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ to 1 teaspoon sea salt (+/-) *
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 1 – [ 14 oz. or 16 oz. package ] frozen broccoli and cauliflower florets *
- 10 to 12 oz. GF pasta *
Instructions
- Fill a large stock pot full of water. Add some sea salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil then add the pasta. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Check package directions on cooking times and/or boil the pasta until el dente, drain, rinse with cold water to remove any excess starch, shake well, set aside.
- Place the frozen broccoli and cauliflower florets into a bowl and microwave until it has reached your desired tenderness, set aside.
- Place the Spice/Herb Ingredients in a small bowl, mix well, set aside.
- In a large ceramic/enamel-lined pot or similar stock pot, add the diced onions, sauté over medium-high heat until the onions are softened, approximately 9 to 10 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent burning. Add a tablespoon or so of water if they start to stick and/or to prevent burning.
- Add the minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute, then add all the remaining Base Ingredients and Spice/Herb Mix, stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower to a low-boiling simmer. Simmer for 4 minutes, then add the cooked cauliflower and broccoli florets. Simmer for several more minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and simmer for several minutes to ensure the pasta has been thoroughly heated through. Stir well, then remove from the stove and allow to sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
- Serve topped with freshly chopped parsley and/or Vegan Parmesan Cheese.
Notes
*Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used.
*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.
*Serving: 4