Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon Recipe

Great side dish! I love broccoli and pasta and so does my husband and this was no exception. This was very light, with a nice garlic flavor and a hint of lemon. I used penne pasta and instead of heating the garlic and lemon juice in olive oil, I used minced garlic from the jar and whisked the "dressing" in a small bowl. I added a bit more lemon juice and some lemon zest. Once the broccoli and pasta were done, I tossed everything together and used a combination of parmesan and romano cheeses. This was a perfect light side dish to accompany "Apple Cider Chicken Marinade" from this site. Note: If you want to add a little kick to this dish sprinkle a bit of crushed red pepper flakes on top!

Loved the flavors, and I'm a pasta and fresh broccoli snob. Suggestions: up the pasta, garlic, and broccoli by 50%. One caution: focus carefully on not overcooking the broccoli.If anything, undercook it - perhaps 4-5min tops. Having it sparkling green & fresh was the bomb, with the lemon juice adding brightness & pizazz. Bravo!

I made this and added Vegetarian Italian sausage which I added to the olive oil and browned before I added the garlic. A little more filling and very yummy! I served with salad, garlic bread and a beverage. A nice dinner. Fits the 1200 Calories a day diet. I did cut down on the cheese just a tiny bit, using a low fat Parmesan.

So easy and delicious! I added sliced baby portabella mushrooms and diced cooked chicken breast to the olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, browning all while the pasta cooked.

So easy. It was perfect with some leftover quinoa pasta I had. I mixed all the ingredients then tossed them all in the same pan.

I added some shrimp and goat cheese to help make it a full meal. I think the review that says to do half butter and half olive oil is interesting. I would like to try that next time. Next time I would like to use feta cheese instead since the goat cheese wasn't a strong enough taste.

I make something almost exactly like this, but I add a tbsp of butter with the olive oil. Gives it a bit of extra richness. I also cook the pasta in chicken broth for an extra pop of flavor.

added red pepper flakes as one suggested along with chopped celery and onions...mmmmmmgood....bow ties are so cute!! Used frozen chopped broccoli ....saves much time!!

This is such a simple and great recipe! I agree with the other reviewers that you need to add more lemon. Two variations I made were to add mushrooms to the olive oil and lemon sauce. The mushroom packs the zest of the lemon juice even more and I used penne pasta made from lentils. It gives the dish an earthier taste. Love it love it love it! My husband also loves it! Thanks for posting this recipe!

This is a very simple and tasty side that could easily be a main dish. Used a bit too much pasta; but otherwise, the recipe works well. I would agree that zesting the lemon would be a great addition. We had grilled chicken thighs and cut the last one into the leftover pasta for tomorrow. May try adding more veggies next time.

I cooked my pasta and broccoli first. While the pasta and broc were draining, I made the sauce in the pasta pot. Then tossed the pasta and broc back in to the pot to finish putting it together. Garnished with some fresh basil from my garden. Voila! Simple, delicious, and only one pot to clean.

Totally nailed it.

My family did not like this. Commented “too bland” “needs more of something”. Used fresh lemons and no one noticed a lemon flavor.

I am NOT a cook but my good friend sent me this recipe and it was easy to make and the taste was so GOOD!

Very simple yet delicious! Fairly healthy and quick and easy to make and incorporate into a dinner rotation. Would make again!

Making tonight - no doubt will love it. I am going to add 2 tbs of finely chopped parsley. I'm not a chef but saw this in another recipe - hopefully the lemon and parsley go together.

It was easy to make and so delicious!!

I paired this with chicken on the side and I added some red pepper flakes and used penne, fresh lemon juice and fresh parm instead of bagged. It was amazing!

Excellent, easy recipe! To make it a main course, while the pasta and broccoli was cooking, I sautéed mushrooms in a little olive oil and combined them with the broccoli, pasta, sauce at the end. Then I topped it with roasted shrimp (drizzle with with olive oil and roast 6-8 min at 400 for large shrimp) lemon zest, and cheese. ❤️

First time making it. Loved it! Next time I will add shrimp. It was delish and easy. Came out perfect!!