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This Basil Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms is an easy dish that's full of flavor. Tender pasta is tossed with basil pesto, sautéed mushroom, and fresh broccoli. It's simple to make and is perfect for busy weeknights!

Basil Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms

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This Basil Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms is an easy dish that's full of flavor. It's simple to make and is perfect for busy weeknights!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword mushroom recipe, pasta recipe, pesto recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 451
Author Gayle

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry cavatappi noodles (or other noodle of choice)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 head of broccoli), chopped
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • ½ cup Homemade Basil Pesto (or store-bought pesto)
  • Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, add olive oil to a large skillet. Add broccoli and sauté until it just starts to become tender, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms to same skillet and sauté until tender, about 5-6 minutes. Add more olive oil, if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Once broccoli and mushrooms are tender, add noodles and pesto to skillet. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 312mg | Potassium: 524mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 908IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 2mg