How to Make Pasta with Cauliflower and Olives - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish to try? Look no further than this recipe for Pasta with Cauliflower and Olives. This dish is a mouthwatering combination of tender pasta, crispy cauliflower, and tangy olives, all brought together with a flavorful and aromatic sauce. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking for a lighter meal option, this dish is sure to hit the spot.

One of the great things about this recipe is that it's incredibly versatile. You can use any type of past...

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Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
  • 1 ½ cups chopped black olives
  • 1 tablespoon shredded basil leaves
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender but not mushy, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While pasta boils, heat olive oil in another large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and saute briefly, 1 to 2 minutes. Do not brown. Add chopped olives. Saute to heat through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add basil and black pepper.
  • Add steamed cauliflower to the olive mixture. Mix well. Mash cauliflower slightly with a potato masher, leaving some florets intact. Serve over drained pasta. Top with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
  • Nutrition

    501 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 356mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 447mg