Broccoli-Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Broccoli-Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches broccoli (cut off the stems and break up the florets, rinse); 1 lb macaroni, no egg (twist, penne, etc.); 1 red bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced); 1 orange bell peppers (seeded, rinsed, sliced) or 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced); 3 scallions (trimmed, rinsed, chopped) or 3 green onions (trimmed, rinsed, chopped); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 6 garlic cloves, thinly (rinsed, sliced); 1 teaspoon honey mustard; 2 teaspoons vinaigrette or 2 teaspoons lemon juice; ½ teaspoon fresh basil (rinsed, diced); ½ teaspoon fresh parsley (rinsed, diced); salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

2 bunches broccoli (cut off the stems and break up the florets, rinse)
1 lb macaroni, no egg (twist, penne, etc.)
1 red bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced)
1 orange bell peppers (seeded, rinsed, sliced) or 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced)
3 scallions (trimmed, rinsed, chopped) or 3 green onions (trimmed, rinsed, chopped)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, thinly (rinsed, sliced)
1 teaspoon honey mustard
2 teaspoons vinaigrette or 2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon fresh basil (rinsed, diced)
½ teaspoon fresh parsley (rinsed, diced)
salt and black pepper

1
Boil water, add the macaroni; cook it for 15 minutes (al dente).
2
Boil water, add the broccoli florets, cook for 5 minutes, drain and rinse with cold running water; drain well.
3
Place the broccoli in a serving dish.
4
Saute the garlic with one tablespoon oil in a medium heat.
5
Add scallion and peppers; Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6
Mix the broccoli with the Saute vegetables.
7
Mix one tablespoon oil, basil, vinegar or lemon, honey mustard, salt and black pepper; whisk it well until the mixture is smooth.
8
At room temperature, combine the broccoli and macaroni; pour the salad dressing; toss it well.
9
Keep it in fridge.
10
At the time of serving, sprinkle the parsley.

550

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 bunches broccoli (cut off the stems and break up the florets, rinse), 1 lb macaroni, no egg (twist, penne, etc.), 1 red bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced), 1 orange bell peppers (seeded, rinsed, sliced) or 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced), and more.

Yes, Broccoli-Macaroni 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli-Macaroni Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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