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Broccoli Pasta Salad

Fresh & Crunchy Broccoli Pasta Salad for Easy Summer Meals

A delightful Broccoli Pasta Salad that showcases fresh ingredients, perfect for quick summer meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Short Pasta (rotini or penne)
For the Vegetables
  • 1 head Fresh Broccoli
  • 1 small Red Onion substitute with green onions for milder flavor
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sugar adjust to taste or omit
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 4 slices Bacon use pre-cooked bacon or skip for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup Cheese (crumbled feta or shredded cheddar)

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash and chop the broccoli into small florets and finely mince the red onion.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, broccoli, red onion, and dressing. Toss until well coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to meld, preferably overnight.
  6. Just before serving, mix in the chopped bacon and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Enjoy cold or warm slightly in the microwave if preferred.

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