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Broccoli Pasta Salad

Delicious Broccoli Pasta Salad: A Colorful Make-Ahead Treat

This Broccoli Pasta Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish perfect for make-ahead meals and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini or Penne Choose whole grain pasta for a healthier base.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Fresh Broccoli Chopped into bite-sized florets.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced.
For the Flavor
  • 4 slices Bacon Cooked until crispy; substitute with crispy chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by chopping the broccoli and dicing the red onion. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it.
  3. Make the dressing by combining mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, and salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a bowl, combine the cooled pasta, broccoli, onion, and dressing. Gently fold to combine without mashing the veggies.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Add crumbled bacon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the salad to chill before serving and adjust the dressing as needed if it seems dry.

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