BROCCOLI, PASTA, AND PESTO SALAD

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If you've never tried pesto before, this is the recipe to start with. Maybe, once you try pesto, you'll be encouraged to add basil to your kitchen garden!

Provided by wildheart

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked fancy pasta
2 cups chicken or 2 cups turkey
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed til barely tender
1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaf
2 -3 cloves garlic
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise or 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta; cool.
  • Combine pasta, meat, broccoli, and cheeses in large bowl.
  • Put basil and garlic in food processor or blender; whiz.
  • Add mayo to food processor or blender.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Stir into pasta mix.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • During the last 1/2 hour of chilling time, toss once to mix.
  • For color contrast, serve with cherry tomatoes, cut in halves.

Nomusa Mnyandu
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes. This one is definitely a keeper!


IMLQ JAM
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the broccoli and tomatoes in this salad.


Wisdom Ifechukwu
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a delicious dressing.


Niya N Myri
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This is a great salad for a healthy lunch or dinner. It's packed with nutrients and it's really filling.


maho clem
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love the bright colors and the fresh flavors.


fire dog
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but I loved this salad! The pesto dressing really made the broccoli palatable.


Ahmad Wazir
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a great make-ahead dish for busy weeknights.


suhana muna
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Mehta official
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So delicious! I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The broccoli is perfectly cooked, the tomatoes are sweet and juicy, and the pesto dressing is creamy and flavorful.


Chad Perkins
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ThisBroccoli Pesto Pasta Salad is a great summer dish! The broccoli, tomatoes, and mozzarella are all fresh and flavorful, and the pesto dressing is light and tangy. I also appreciate that this salad is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.


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