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broccoli pasta salad

Broccoli Pasta Salad: 5 Simple Steps to Refreshing Goodness


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and healthy broccoli pasta salad with a zesty dressing.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of broccoli florets
  • 8 ounces of pasta
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup of black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup of red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
  • This salad is best served cold.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: broccoli pasta salad