Description
A delicious and refreshing broccoli pasta salad that combines fresh vegetables and pasta for a perfect side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of broccoli florets
- 8 ounces of pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup of red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shredded carrots.
- Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, and toss to combine.
- If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Broccoli Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe, Tasty Salad