Broccoli Pasta Salad (Kt) Recipe

Name: Broccoli Pasta Salad (Kt) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 c. pasta shells small (about 8 ounces); 6 c. boiling water; 1 tsp salt; 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 4 c. minced broccoli; 8 slc bacon diced & cooked; 1 med red onion sliced; 1 1/2 c. fresh mushrooms sliced small; 1 c. golden brown raisins; 2/3 c. sunflower seeds toasted; 1/2 c. light mayonnaise (not salad dressing); 1/4 c. orange juice freshly squeezed (about 1 medium); 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar; 1 tsp grnd pepper

Servings: persons

2 1/2 c. pasta shells small (about 8 ounces)
6 c. boiling water
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
4 c. minced broccoli
8 slc bacon diced & cooked
1 med red onion sliced
1 1/2 c. fresh mushrooms sliced small
1 c. golden brown raisins
2/3 c. sunflower seeds toasted
1/2 c. light mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
1/4 c. orange juice freshly squeezed (about 1 medium)
2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 tsp grnd pepper

1
Cook pasta in boiling water and salt in large uncovered pot or possibly Dutch oven for 8 to 10 min, stirring occasionally, till tender but hard.
2
Drain.
3
Rinse under cool water.
4
Drain well.
5
Turn into large bowl.
6
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over pasta.
7
Toss to coast.
8
Add in next 6 ingredients.
9
Mix well.
10
Dressing: Whisk all ingredients in small bowl.
11
Drizzle over pasta.
12
Toss gently to coat.
13
NOTES : I used 8 ounce whole wheat pasta, cooked without oil.
14
I used frzn broccoli, blanched at the end of cooking the pasta.
15
Instead of bacon I used 5 slices of canadian bacon.
16
I cooked it then chopped it.
17
Instead of an entire red onion I used about half of one, diced.
18
I omitted the mushrooms.
19
I reduced the sunflower seeds to 1/3 c..
20
Instead of fresh squeezed oj I used some orange-tangerine juice.
21
If using fresh oj I'd zest the orange and include it in the dressing.
22
I only used a healthy pinch of white pepper because mine seems unusually strong.
23
I'd say this would serve 8 as a side dish.
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I used lowfat mayo (1 gram of fat per serving).
25
If making ahead don't dress till ready to serve.
26
Pasta absorbs dressing.

5440

kcal

Calories

494

Fat

152

Carbs

113

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 c. pasta shells small (about 8 ounces), 6 c. boiling water, 1 tsp salt, 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Pasta Salad (Kt) 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!