Description
Lemony Hummus Pasta with Roasted Broccoli is a simple, flavorful vegan dish that combines tender roasted broccoli with creamy hummus-based lemon pasta sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting meal uses everyday ingredients to create a satisfying, healthy dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
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 (1 cup) plain hummus (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the broccoli, which will give it a tender and lightly browned texture.
- Toss Broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and salt and pepper to taste, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Roast Broccoli: Spread the coated broccoli out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
- Cook Pasta: While broccoli roasts, cook the pasta in a large pot according to package directions until al dente. Carefully reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the pasta in a colander. Set pasta aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Using the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the hummus, ½ cup reserved pasta water, and lemon juice until a smooth sauce forms.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss thoroughly to coat every strand. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Add more reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick, adjusting to preferred consistency.
- Serve: Transfer the pasta to serving bowls or plates. Top with the roasted broccoli florets and sprinkle with lemon zest for a bright, fresh finish. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- This dish takes about 30 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for quick weeknight meals.
- Reserving pasta water is essential to achieve the perfect creamy sauce texture when mixing hummus with lemon and garlic.
- You can use leftover homemade hummus or your favorite store-bought variety for convenience.
- For gluten-free options, substitute regular pasta with gluten-free spaghetti or linguini.
- Lemon juice and zest add a fresh brightness that balances the richness of the hummus 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
