Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite pasta dish featuring broccoli, cauliflower, and a tantalizing mustard sauce. This delightful recipe combines the vibrant green of broccoli and cauliflower florets with a creamy, tangy mustard sauce, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from the vegetables and a burst of tangy mustard, complemented by the richness of the sauce. Served over perfectly cooked pasta, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
In addition to the main recipe, we also present three variations to cater to diverse preferences. The "Roasted Version" elevates the dish with the added depth of roasted broccoli and cauliflower, while the "Cheesy Version" indulges in a luscious blend of mustard sauce and melted cheese. For those seeking a lighter option, the "Lemon-Mustard Sauce Version" offers a refreshing twist with a zesty lemon-infused mustard sauce.
Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through each step of the cooking process, ensuring a successful culinary experience. Join us on this delectable journey as we explore the tantalizing flavors of pasta with broccoli, cauliflower, and mustard sauce.
CAULIFLOWER & BROCCOLI PASTA MEDLEY WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
I found this great recipe in WebMD magazine. I fixed it tonight.........we like it very much!! I did use Asiago cheese rather than the Parmesan cheese called for. This is very low in calories.
Provided by Colorado Lauralee
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and red pepper. Saute' 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the parsley, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Cover and set aside.
- Cook the pasta in boiling water for 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower and broccoli. Cook an additional 3 minutes or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Drain well.
- Combine the pasta mixture and the red pepper/mustard sauce mixture. Toss well. Sprinkle with the cheese and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 132.6, Carbohydrate 31.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.4
WHOLE-FAMILY PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER
Many children, especially picky eaters, love pasta loaded with plain butter--a dish that clearly earns low marks on the health scale. This great alternative adds fiber and protein with beans, which kids actually love!
Provided by ChefBillT
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water 2 minutes less than directed on package. Drain.
- Meanwhile, cook garlic in oil in a large lidded pot over medium heat until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook 1 minute. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook, covered, 3 minutes. Add broth, butter, beans, pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook until beans are warm and sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Add pasta and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Carbohydrate 56.2 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 14.8 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 394.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER IN MUSTARD SAUCE
Steps:
- Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic; saute 2 minutes. Add tomato, parsley, mustard, vinegar, and pepper; cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Set aside, and keep warm. Cook linguine in boiling water 5 minutes, omitting salt and fat. Add cauliflower and broccoli; cook an additional 3 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Combine pasta mixture and tomato mixture; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese. Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1 cup). Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #172 Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 19:45:50 -0400 From: [email protected] NOTES : Its hard to find light recipes with a taste all their own, but this one has a unique flavor. I love to serve it for company because its such an unusual combination. -- Peg Tantillo, Overland Park, Kansas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 1.98417051867403 g, Carbohydrate 22.044172388477 g, Cholesterol 21.815 mg, Fiber 1.77030653484342 g, Protein 5.82500094128368 g, SaturatedFat 0.461179282948978 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (119g), Sodium 135.118745759917 mg, Sugar 20.2738658536336 g, TransFat 0.354507841014558 g
EASY CAULIFLOWER BROCCOLI PASTA
Fast, easy, and oh-so-delicious, this healthy Easy Cauliflower Broccoli Pasta recipe will become your new favorite when you are short on time.
Provided by Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize A bowl, Calories 378 calories, Sugar 4.3 g, Sodium 345.8 mg, Fat 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 77.7 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 9.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH CAULIFLOWER SAUCE
If you're not using a high-protein pasta, you can double the protein per serving by adding 8 ounces cooked and sliced chicken breast. Double the sauce in Step 1 to keep the dish creamy.
Provided by EatAndRun
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pasta Primavera Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cauliflower and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover and let cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor. Add cheese, water, and black pepper. Cover and pulse until smooth.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli and bell pepper the last 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
- Return pasta mixture to pot and stir in cauliflower sauce. Heat through, stirring in reserved cooking water (if needed) to reach desired consistency. Garnish with basil, zest (if using), lemon juice, and additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 7.2 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 313.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
BROCCOLI GARLIC ANGEL HAIR PASTA
If you've got to eat your broccoli, this is a great way to do it. A beautiful side dish of broccoli and angel hair pasta with red pepper flakes is so delicious and so aromatic.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Hold a sharp knife at a 45-degree angle and cut the florets from the broccoli stems into a bowl. Chop remaining stems into small pieces and transfer stems to a separate bowl.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil with butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook garlic in the hot oil-butter mixture, stirring often, until garlic is soft but not browned. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes and salt. Pour chicken stock into skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir broccoli stems into the stock mixture and simmer until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Add a little water or stock if mixture starts to dry out.
- Stir broccoli florets into skillet and cook broccoli sauce until florets are bright green and slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and stir in angel hair pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta strands are almost tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large pot.
- Pour broccoli sauce over pasta, stir with a wooden spoon, and mix in 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Cover pot with a lid and let stand until pasta absorbs excess liquid and finishes cooking, about 2 minutes.
- Serve in bowls and sprinkle each serving with a dusting of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.9 calories, Carbohydrate 76.5 g, Cholesterol 38.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1053.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
BROCCOLI WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim the thick stems from the broccoli. Cut flowerets into small portions.
- Steam over boiling water for about 7 minutes, until crisptender.
- Meanwhile, place butter, lemon juice and mustard in serving dish and mix thoroughly. When broccoli is cooked, drain and place in dish. Mix well to coat with sauce and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 148, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER IN MUSTARD SAUCE
Make and share this Broccoli and Cauliflower in Mustard Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tebo3759
Categories Cauliflower
Time 23m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blend butter, mustard and lemon juice together.
- Steam broccoli and cauliflower, covered, until tender (about 5 to 6 minutes) Drain vegetables, return to hot saucepan and toss to evaporate any excess moisture Season with salt and pepper.
- Add mustard butter.
- Toss to coat well and serve immediately.
CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI BAKE
Fresh broccoli and cauliflower are baked together with a thick cheese sauce!
Provided by R.PENALUNA
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Cauliflower
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a medium saucepan with enough water to cover, boil cauliflower and broccoli until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a medium baking dish.
- In a separate medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter, and stir in flour. Gradually whisk in milk, and increase heat to medium. As the mixture thickens, whisk in English mustard, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Continue whisking until a thick sauce has formed, being careful not to allow the mixture to boil. Sprinkle in 2/3 of the cheese, and stir until melted.
- Pour sauce over broccoli and cauliflower. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly brown. Sprinkle with remaining cheese during the final 10 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 238.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
CAULIFLOWER WITH TANGY MUSTARD SAUCE
This is a quick and easy way to prepare cauliflower. Even if you do not care for cauliflower, you might like it fixed this way.
Provided by Bayhill
Categories Cheese
Time 23m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Remove leaves and wash fresh cauliflower. Place cauliflower head on a microwave safe plate and cover with microwave plastic wrap.
- Microwave on High for 13-18 minutes or until tender. Remove plastic wrap (be careful, the steam will be hot!).
- Combine mayonnaise, onion, and mustard in a small bowl. Spread over top and sides of cooked cauliflower. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Microwave on High, uncovered, for 1 minute to heat topping and melt cheese.
- Cut cauliflower head into wedges.
CHEESE SAUCE FOR BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER
The basic white sauce that your mother probably taught you, with cheese thrown in for yumminess. Definitely helps to convinces kids to eat their vegetables!
Provided by Samantha Webb
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk flour into butter until smooth. Pour milk into butter mixture and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. Cook and stir until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 245.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CHEESY BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE
Whip up this cheap, simple and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course, Pasta
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the pasta, adding the broccoli for the final 4-5 mins and cooking until tender. Drain well, then heat the grill.
- Heat the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour. Cook for 1 min, then gradually add the milk, stirring well between each addition. Bring to the boil, stirring, then simmer for 2 mins, before stirring in the mustard, half the cheese and seasoning.
- Mix the pasta and broccoli into the sauce and spoon into an ovenproof dish. Scatter over the remaining cheese and place under a hot grill for 3-4 mins until golden and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 67 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1.01 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Select the right pasta. Short pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work well with this sauce, as they can hold the sauce well. You can also use longer pasta shapes like spaghetti or linguine, but be sure to cut them into shorter lengths before cooking.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and will not hold the sauce as well.
- Use fresh vegetables. Fresh broccoli and cauliflower will have the best flavor and texture. If you are using frozen vegetables, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
- Make sure the sauce is thick enough. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the pasta and vegetables. If the sauce is too thin, it will not stick to the pasta and will be bland.
- Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes, to taste.
Conclusion:
This pasta with broccoli and cauliflower in mustard sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The creamy mustard sauce is flavorful and pairs perfectly with the tender vegetables and pasta. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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