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25-Minute Mushroom Broccoli Pasta Recipe That’s a Game-Changer

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A quick and nutritious vegetarian pasta dish with sautéed mushrooms, tender broccoli, and garlic-infused olive oil.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (small bites)
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (baby bella or white button)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more for pasta water)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup pasta water (as needed)
  • Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini until al dente. During the last 2 minutes, add broccoli florets to the pot to blanch. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté 6–8 minutes until browned and most moisture cooks off.
  3. Add garlic, salt, and pepper to the mushrooms and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add drained rotini and broccoli to the skillet. Toss well, adding a splash of reserved pasta water until everything looks lightly glossy and coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm (top with Parmesan if using).

Notes

  • Blanching broccoli with pasta saves time and keeps it crisp-tender.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
  • For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or lemon zest.

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