Description
A delicious and easy-to-make linguine dish featuring green olives and broccolini, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccolini to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still bright green.
- Stir in the sliced green olives and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- In a separate small pan, toast the breadcrumbs over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Serve the linguine topped with toasted breadcrumbs for added crunch.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or shrimp to the dish.
- Try substituting the broccolini with asparagus or spinach for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg