Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this wholesome and easy Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms recipe! Featuring tender pasta, vibrant broccoli florets, and earthy cremini mushrooms sautéed to golden perfection, this dish combines simplicity with bold, satisfying flavors. A hint of garlic and a touch of heat from optional red pepper flakes add depth, while grated Parmesan melts into a velvety, light sauce that clings to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegetarian pasta is perfect for busy nights and pairs beautifully with a side salad or crusty bread. Plus, it's customizable—swap in your favorite pasta shape or top with fresh parsley for an herby finish. Healthy, hearty, and irresistibly delicious, this quick pasta recipe will become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti, penne, or similar)
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 8 oz Cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup Pasta water
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and start to brown. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet along with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Cover the skillet and let the broccoli steam for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Return the mushrooms to the skillet and sprinkle in the red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. Gradually pour in additional reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce that coats the pasta evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 57.8 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3143 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.5 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 633 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 971 mg | 21% | |
*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.
