Rigatoni And Broccoli Salad Recipe

Name: Rigatoni And Broccoli Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. rigatoni or ziti; salt to taste; 2 c. broccoli, cut into flowerets or as much as 4 c.; 2 c. tomatoes, cut into half-inch cubes or 5 plum tomatoes, cubed; 1 (6 oz.) can tuna fish, drained; freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 to 4 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 1/2 c. olive oil; 1/4 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes; 1/2 c. finely chopped parsley; 1/2 c. thinly sliced red onion

Servings: persons

1 lb. rigatoni or ziti
salt to taste
2 c. broccoli, cut into flowerets or as much as 4 c.
2 c. tomatoes, cut into half-inch cubes or 5 plum tomatoes, cubed
1 (6 oz.) can tuna fish, drained
freshly ground pepper to taste
3 to 4 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1/2 c. olive oil
1/4 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes
1/2 c. finely chopped parsley
1/2 c. thinly sliced red onion

1
Drop the broccoli into a kettle of boiling salted water and cook until tender, about five minutes.
2
Do not overcook.
3
Drain well.
4
In same kettle of boiling water, cook rigatoni.
5
When water returns to boil, cook about 10 minutes or until tender.
6
Drain and run briefly under cold water.
7
Drain well.
8
Put rigatoni in large mixing bowl.
9
Add the broccoli, the remaining ingredients and salt to taste to the rigatoni.
10
Toss well.
11
Serve at room temperature. Serves 6 for a main course.

393

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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: 1 lb. rigatoni or ziti, salt to taste, 2 c. broccoli, cut into flowerets or as much as 4 c., 2 c. tomatoes, cut into half-inch cubes or 5 plum tomatoes, cubed, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni And Broccoli 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!

Rigatoni And Broccoli Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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