Broccoli Cheese Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Broccoli Cheese Pasta Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounce uncooked rigatoni; 2 c. fresh broccoli flowerets; 2 ounce mozzarella cheese cubed; 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil Mustard Vinaigrette (see below) Lettuce leaves Cherry tomato halves for garnish; 1/4 c. vegetable oil; 2 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 x garlic clove chopped; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper

Servings: persons

4 ounce uncooked rigatoni
2 c. fresh broccoli flowerets
2 ounce mozzarella cheese cubed
2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil Mustard Vinaigrette (see below) Lettuce leaves Cherry tomato halves for garnish
1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 x garlic clove chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2
Rinse with cool water; drain.
3
Cook broccoli in a small amount of boiling water 2 to 3 min or possibly till slightly tender; drain.
4
Rinse with cool water; drain.
5
Combine pasta, broccoli, mozzarella cheese, and herbs in a large bowl; toss gently with Mustard Vinaigrette, and serve on a lettuce-lined platter.
6
Garnish, if you like.
7
Mustard Vinaigrette: Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
8
Cover and chill.
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This recipe yields 4 servings.

257

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounce uncooked rigatoni, 2 c. fresh broccoli flowerets, 2 ounce mozzarella cheese cubed, 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Cheese Pasta Salad Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!