How to Make Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Today, we are going to take a culinary journey to Italy with a delicious and vibrant recipe for Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon. This dish brings together the complementary flavors of savory garlic, zesty lemon, and hearty broccoli to create a fulfilling and visually appealing meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Italian cuisine is renowned for its simple yet flavorful dishes, and this recipe is no exception. Whether you are cooking for a special evening or a casual w...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Warm olive oil in a small frying pan over low heat. Slowly cook garlic in oil until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Be very careful not to burn garlic. Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water. About 5 minutes before pasta is done, drop broccoli into the pasta water. Continue to cook until pasta is cooked and broccoli is crisp-tender. Drain.
  • Toss pasta, broccoli, and lemon sauce in a large bowl. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    380 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 395mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 73mg
    • Calcium: 108mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 372mg