Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli and Tomatoes
Brighten up your weeknight dinners with this fresh and flavorful Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli and Tomatoes! This quick 30-minute recipe combines tender bow tie pasta, crisp broccoli florets, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a light, garlicky olive oil sauce, finished with a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. A sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan and fragrant basil leaves takes this simple pasta dish to the next level, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant yet effortless meal for guests. Packed with vibrant vegetables and savory seasonings, this wholesome, vegetarian pasta recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare, ensuring it becomes one of your go-to pasta dishes for busy nights.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow tie pasta
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the bow tie pasta and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves (minced) and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet along with 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
Add the cherry tomatoes (halved) to the skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and start to release their juices.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved 1/2 cup of pasta water. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to create a light sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables and sauce. Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves for garnish.
Serve immediately, with extra parmesan on the side if desired. Enjoy your wholesome and flavorful Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli and Tomatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2782 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.6 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 71.2 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 691 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 748 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
