In the bustling world where time is a precious commodity, the culinary landscape has evolved to accommodate fast-paced lifestyles. Enter the quick broccoli roasted red pepper pasta salad, a dish that strikes a harmonious balance between convenience and flavor. This delectable salad combines the vibrant colors of roasted red peppers with crisp broccoli florets, all tossed in a zesty dressing, and intertwined with tender pasta. It's a journey for the taste buds that promises a symphony of textures and flavors, all while catering to the need for a speedy and nutritious meal.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
PASTA SALAD WITH ROASTED BROCCOLI
A high proportion of vegetables turns this Pasta Salad with Roasted Broccoli into a light, nutritious meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim 1 inch from stems of broccoli. Peel outer layer of stems; cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices. Separate florets into bite-size pieces. On one large or two small rimmed baking sheets, toss broccoli, garlic, and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer; roast, rotating sheets and turning broccoli halfway through, until tender and beginning to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, according to package instructions. Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water; rinse under cold water until cool, and drain. Return to pot.
- Remove skin from roasted garlic. In a small bowl, mash garlic until it forms a paste; whisk in lemon juice and remaining tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour mixture over pasta; toss in broccoli, red peppers, olives, and walnuts. Add some reserved cooking water, if needed. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 18 g
QUICK AND EASY ROASTED RED PEPPER PASTA
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 16m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- Meanwhile, add the oil and butter to a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the garlic and onions and saute until starting to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chopped red peppers and cook until hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the contents of the skillet to a food processor or blender. Put on the lid and puree the pepper mixture until totally blended (there will still be some texture to the peppers).
- Pour the pepper puree back into the skillet. Add the broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper, and stir until heated. Splash in the cream and stir to combine. Add the parsley and basil and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if you need to.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet. Add the Parmesan, and then stir it together to coat the pasta.
- Serve in bowls with extra Parmesan and a sprinkling of parsley and basil on top.
BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD
A quick and tasty pasta salad that can be served warm or cold.
Provided by Happy On My Hill
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain and return to pot.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir garlic and red pepper flakes until garlic is fragrant, 1 to 3 minutes. Add garlic mixture and broccoli to linguine; gently toss to coat. Add Romano cheese, parsley, black pepper, and salt; toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
LINGUINI WITH BROCCOLI AND RED PEPPERS
This is a wonderful side dish, but on many occasions we make this our whole meal, along with a salad and bread!
Provided by Chris Catley
Categories Everyday Cooking Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Steam broccoli with 2 tablespoons water in microwave for 6-7 minutes.
- In 10-inch skillet, heat olive oil and butter over low heat. Stir in garlic (more or less to suit your tastes) and red pepper slices; saute gently.
- Drain broccoli and add to skillet. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt and saute broccoli and peppers until soft.
- Toss vegetable mixture with hot pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 147.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BROCCOLI WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Here's an easy and appetizing way to dress up broccoli. Our Test Kitchen staff teamed up that garden-fresh vegetable with roasted red peppers and garlic in this colorful combination. It tastes so good, you won't believe it's good for you, too!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in the red peppers, parsley, salt and pepper. Transfer broccoli to a large bowl; add red pepper mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts :
ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND RED PEPPER
This recipe could not be easier and turns broccoli into an addictive side dish!. Recipe is from Seattle's well-known gastro-pub, "Black Bottle", and was printed in this month's "Bon Appétit Magazine" (January 2009). You can sprinkle it with some Parmesan just before serving.
Provided by blucoat
Categories Vegetable
Time 28m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F Toss broccoli and 3 tablespoons oil in large bowl to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to rimmed baking sheet. Roast 15 minutes.
- Stir remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil, garlic, and red pepper in small bowl. Drizzle garlic mixture over broccoli; toss to coat.
- Roast until broccoli is beginning to brown, about 8 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.3, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 31.6, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 2.7
PASTA WITH BROCCOLI, ROASTED PEPPERS, AND OLIVES
Simple enough, and a dynamite flavor combination! The lemon juice really pulls everything together. Adapted from" Field of Greens", by Annie Somerville. You can use fresh roasted peppers , but I usually use good quality bottled roasted peppers from the pantry. Omit the optional cheese to make it vegan.
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Vegan
Time 30m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a pot of salted water to cook the pasta, In a large skillet, heat the olive oil, then add the garlic and saute over medium-low for a minute, then add the pepper strips( and any juices), lemon juice, olives, and a pinch of salt, and a couple of grinds of pepper. Shut burner off until pasta is nearly cooked.
- Cook the pasta in the salted water according to package directions, adding the broccoli pieces about two minutes before the pasta is done. Drain the pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/4 cup of water; add the reserved water to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet with the fresh herbs and toss mixture over medium heat for 30 seconds or so to finish cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.7, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 184.7, Carbohydrate 100.9, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 8.1, Protein 19.8
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh broccoli, roasted red peppers, and cherry tomatoes will give your pasta salad the best flavor.
- Roast the red peppers yourself: Roasting red peppers at home is easy and gives them a smoky, slightly sweet flavor. Simply slice the peppers in half, toss them with olive oil and salt, and roast them in a 400°F oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. This will prevent the pasta from becoming mushy in the salad.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Use a dressing that is flavorful and complements the other ingredients in the salad. For this recipe, a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey is used.
- Add some protein: If you want to make the salad more filling, you can add some protein, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Conclusion
This broccoli roasted red pepper pasta salad is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh vegetables, roasted red peppers, and a flavorful dressing. You can also add some protein, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu, to make it more filling. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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