One Pot Lemon Broccoli Pasta

Name: One Pot Lemon Broccoli Pasta
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/2 lb penne pasta (can be whole wheat, gluten-free, or any other kind you like); 1 small head of broccoli (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2 cloves garlic (minced); ¼ cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon red chili flakes; Zest of one lemon; ⅓ cup lemon juice (from one lemon); ¼ cup basil (chiffonade); Salt and pepper to taste; Vegan parmesan (optional, see note)

Instructions

Cook:20min

This lemon broccoli pasta recipe pops with bursts of citrus notes from the lemon juice and zest, tamed by the garlic, red chili pepper, and olive oil. The basil adds a punch of herby flavor to the mix, making this recipe a hit at the campsite.

Updated at: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:10:19 GMT