Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, & Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, & Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Herb mixture; 1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley; 1/3 cup fresh basil leaf; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind; 12 mint leaves; 1 clove garlic, peeled; Dressing; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/3 cup 2% low fat cottage cheese; 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 dash black pepper; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces); Salad; 7 cups small broccoli florets; 2 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 4 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells or 4 ounces rotini pasta, cooked and drained; 1/2 cup minced shallot; 2 tablespoons capers; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, rinsed,drained,and halved

Servings: persons

Herb mixture
1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley
1/3 cup fresh basil leaf
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
12 mint leaves
1 clove garlic, peeled
Dressing
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1/3 cup 2% low fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 dash black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)
Salad
7 cups small broccoli florets
2 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
4 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells or 4 ounces rotini pasta, cooked and drained
1/2 cup minced shallot
2 tablespoons capers
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, rinsed,drained,and halved

1
To prepare herb mixture, combine first 6 ingredients on a cutting board; finely chop, and reserve 3 tablespoons.
2
Set remaining herb mixture aside.
3
To prepare the dressing, place the reserved 3 tablespoons herb mixture in a food processor.
4
Drop 2 garlic cloves through the food chute with food processor on; process until minced.
5
Add cottage cheese and next 6 ingredients (cottage cheese through dash of pepper) to food processor; process until smooth.
6
Stir in feta.
7
To prepare salad, steam broccoli, covered, 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
8
Cool.
9
Combine remaining herb mixture, broccoli, mushrooms, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
10
Pour dressing over salad; toss well.
11
Yield: 4 (2 1/2) cup servings CALORIES 327 (24% from fat); FAT 8.
12
8g (satfat 3g, monofat 3. 4g, polyfat 0. 9g); PROTEIN 18.
13
4g; CARBOHYDRATE 50g; FIBER 7g; CHOLESTEROL 14mg; IRON 4.
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3mg; SODIUM 768mg; CALCIUM 248mg; Cooking Light, JUNE 1999.

561

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Herb mixture, 1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, 1/3 cup fresh basil leaf, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, and more.

Yes, Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, & Pasta Salad 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.

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Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, & Pasta Salad

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