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Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad

Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad balances tender pasta with crisp-tender broccoli, coated in fragrant olive oil and garlic. Romano cheese adds a salty richness while red pepper flakes bring gentle heat, making it fresh yet comforting. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for lunch, potlucks, or as a bright side at dinner.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the pasta at a boil until slightly firm, about 11 minutes; drain and return it to the pot.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, set a steamer insert into a saucepan and add water until just below the steamer; bring the water to a boil; add the broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir the garlic and red pepper flakes until the garlic is fragrant, 1 to 3 minutes; add the garlic mixture and broccoli to the pasta and gently toss to coat.

  4. 4

    Add the cheese, parsley, black pepper, and salt; toss to combine.

About This Recipe

Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad is an Italian dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Broccoli Florets, Fresh Parsley, and Grated Romano Cheese. Each serving provides about 395.55 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad?
It is an Italian salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Broccoli Florets, Fresh Parsley, Grated Romano Cheese, Linguine. The full list of 9 is above.
How long does it take to make Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad?
About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 395.55 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Linguine and Broccoli Pasta Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.

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