Description
Lemony Hummus Pasta with Roasted Broccoli is a vibrant and creamy vegan dish that combines perfectly roasted broccoli with a tangy hummus and lemon sauce. This easy, 30-minute meal features al dente pasta tossed in a smooth garlic-lemon hummus sauce, topped with zesty lemon zest and tender roasted broccoli florets, making it a healthy and satisfying option for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Broccoli
- 1¼-1½ pounds broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta and Sauce
- 12-16 ounces pasta (such as spaghetti or linguini; gluten-free if needed)
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces plain hummus (1 cup), homemade or store-bought
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) for roasting the broccoli.
- Prepare Broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and salt and pepper to taste, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Roast Broccoli: Spread the broccoli in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly browned, tossing once halfway through cooking for even roasting.
- Cook Pasta: While broccoli roasts, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water for the sauce.
- Drain Pasta: Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same pot used for cooking pasta, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the hummus, ½ cup reserved pasta water, and lemon juice to form a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the drained pasta back into the pot with the sauce, tossing well to coat every strand. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the sauce consistency by adding more reserved pasta water if it seems too thick.
- Serve: Divide the pasta onto plates or bowls, top evenly with the roasted broccoli, and sprinkle with lemon zest. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish, making it a quick and easy weeknight meal.
- Using reserved pasta water helps create a creamy, cohesive sauce when mixed with hummus.
- You can use leftover homemade hummus or your favorite store-bought variety for convenience.
- Gluten-free pasta can be used to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 557 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 268 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 83 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
