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Pasta and Broccoli Salad

Broccoli is one of the most harmonious additions to pasta salad. Try this in the menu with Pizza Margherita (page 154).

Recipe information

  • Yield

    6 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces pasta, any small shape (rotini, gemelli, or medium shells work well)
2 medium or large broccoli crowns, cut into bite-size pieces, steamed until tender-crisp, and rinsed until cool
1/2 cup pitted black olives, halved
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into short thin strips
1/3 cup natural low-fat vinaigrette, or as needed
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Rinse under cold running water until the pasta cools. Drain and transfer to a serving container.

    Step 2

    Combine the pasta with the remaining ingredients and toss well. Cover and refrigerate until needed or serve at once.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 3

    Calories: 94

    Step 4

    Total Fat: 5g

    Step 5

    Protein: 2g

    Step 6

    Carbohydrate: 11g

    Step 7

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 8

    Sodium: 203mg

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