Looking for a quick and easy pasta dish that's packed with flavor? Look no further than broccoli dill pasta! This simple yet satisfying recipe combines tender broccoli, fresh dill, and a creamy sauce for a meal that's both delicious and nutritious. Plus, it's ready in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option. The creamy dill sauce is made with a combination of sour cream, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard, creating a rich and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the broccoli and pasta. A sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese adds an extra layer of flavor and creaminess. Another included variation is the broccoli dill pasta salad, which features a refreshing vinaigrette dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. This lighter version of the dish is perfect for summer picnics or potlucks. For a vegetarian version of the pasta dish, simply omit the bacon. And if you're looking for a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free pasta. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a broccoli dill pasta recipe that everyone will enjoy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BOW TIE PASTA WITH BROCCOLI, GARLIC, AND LEMON
Pasta tossed with a garlic & lemon sauce. So simple, yet so delicious.
Provided by Maryann D.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 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 Facts : Calories 380.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 395.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
SKILLET BROCCOLI SPAGHETTI
This pasta, adapted from "I Dream of Dinner (So You Don't Have To)," by Ali Slagle (Clarkson Potter, 2022), might seem unorthodox at first. The pasta is cooked in the sauce instead of in a separate pot of boiling water? The broccoli is cooked until it's mushy enough to become sauce? Yes and yes, and for very good reasons. The sauce, sweet from simmered-until-tender broccoli and savory with loads of garlic and anchovy, tastes lovingly coddled, like you cooked that broccoli forever. But you know the truth: It came together in minutes. You don't have to wait for a big pot of water to come to a boil, but more important, the pasta and sauce have a symbiotic relationship. The pasta soaks up the sauce flavors from the start, and the pasta releases starch to help turn the water into a creamy sauce.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories pastas, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Thinly slice the garlic and transfer to a large (12-inch) skillet with high sides. Cut the florets off the broccoli, keeping as much of the branch connected to the trunk as possible. Peel the trunk and cut the trunk and branches into 1/2-inch pieces. Transfer to the skillet. Roughly chop the florets so even the biggest pieces fit on a soup spoon. Leave the florets on the cutting board.
- To the skillet, add the butter and anchovies, and set over medium-high. Cook, smashing the anchovies and stirring the butter, until the garlic and broccoli are softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the spaghetti, the florets and any broccoli bits on the board, 2 teaspoons salt and the red-pepper flakes. Pour over 5 cups water. Bring to a boil over high, then cook, tossing often with tongs, until the spaghetti is al dente, 8 to 12 minutes. If the pasta is looking dry, add more water. Eat with grated Parmesan, if using.
SICILIAN PASTA AND BROCCOLI
This is a simple dish my grandmother made for me when I was a child. Now I make it for my daughter, Xea, and she loves it. As the broccoli takes on a toasty brown color, it develops a delicious nutty flavor that even picky kids will like.
Provided by Antonia Lofaso
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the water for your pasta while you prepare the broccoli.
- In a shallow, 10-inch saute pot, heat the 1 cup olive oil over medium-high heat (see Cook's Note). Add the broccoli to the oil and season it with salt. Saute the broccoli for about 4 minutes, or until it takes on a toasty color. The broccoli will absorb a lot of the oil, so if you find your pot getting dry, just add a little more oil to it. Throw in the garlic and cook for about another minute, until it's slightly brown. Don't burn the garlic! Take the broccoli off the heat and set it aside.
- Prepare the penne according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and toss it in the pot with the broccoli, garlic, and olive oil. If the mixture seems dry, add a little more oil.
- Toss in the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, stir, and garnish with the parsley.
BROCCOLI PASTA
Believe it or not, the star behind this 5-ingredient supper is overcooked broccoli! We over-steam it here to give the broccoli a delicate and creamy texture, making it perfect for mashing, mixing with pasta water and tossing with pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set up a steamer basket in a 3-quart saucepan. Add enough water to come up to the bottom of the basket. Bring the water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets to the basket, cover and cook until the broccoli is soft and nearly falling apart but still holds its shape, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Transfer the broccoli to a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons butter and gently toss; season with salt and pepper, then mash.
- Cook the spaghetti according to label directions, then reserve 1 cup cooking water and drain.
- In a large skillet, cook the garlic in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the olive oil for 30 seconds. Add the mashed broccoli, the Parmesan and half of the reserved cooking water. Cook, stirring, until saucy. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with the spaghetti, adding more cooking water as needed.
BROCCOLI-PASTA SIDE DISH
I love to fix new recipes for my husband, Robert, and our children. With garlic and cheese, this broccoli pasta is a tasty way to get kids to eat their veggies. -Judi Lacourse, Mesa, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut florets and tender parts of broccoli stems into bite-sized pieces. In a large skillet, saute broccoli with garlic, oil, butter, salt, pepper and cayenne over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until just tender, stirring frequently. Place hot pasta in a serving dish; top with the broccoli mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
Tips:
- Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh broccoli and fresh dill. If fresh dill is unavailable, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of dried dill.
- Tender-Crisp Broccoli: To achieve tender-crisp broccoli, cook it for 3-4 minutes or until it turns bright green and is slightly tender but still has a slight crunch.
- Al Dente Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, aiming for al dente, which means slightly firm to the bite.
- Savory Sauce: To enhance the flavor of the sauce, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until fragrant and softened before adding the flour and milk.
- Season to Taste: Don't forget to season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
- Fresh Herbs: For an extra burst of flavor, garnish the pasta with additional chopped fresh dill or parsley before serving.
Conclusion:
This Broccoli Dill Pasta is a simple yet flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its tender-crisp broccoli, creamy sauce, and herbaceous dill flavor, this pasta is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're looking for a vegetarian main course or a delicious side dish, this recipe is a great choice. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
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