PASTA SALAD WITH BROCCOLI AND PEANUTS

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The peanut butter, rice vinegar, and soy sauce give this Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Peanuts an Asian-inspired flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt
1/2 pound whole-wheat fusilli
2 heads (2 pounds) broccoli
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced crosswise (1 cup)
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and rinse under cold water; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, trim 1 inch from the stem end of broccoli stalks. Using a vegetable peeler or paring knife, peel outer layer of stalks; thinly slice crosswise. Separate florets into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium.Add pepper flakes, broccoli, and 3/4 cup water; cover and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid has evaporated and broccoli is tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, peanut butter, and soy sauce until smooth. Add cooled pasta, broccoli, scallions, and peanuts; toss to combine. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve chilled.

DaL ila
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Md SAKiL
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I love the combination of broccoli and peanuts in this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Helen Ajefu
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


yeeterthejit
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to be a hit at my next party.


1Stop Connect
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a good option for a potluck or picnic.


Mr Flirty
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The salad was good, but I think I would have liked it better with a different dressing.


kizar hayat
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. There are a lot of ingredients and steps involved.


Waheeda Buwembo
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This pasta salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning.


Anum Noor
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Patsy Marie
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This salad is delicious! The broccoli and peanuts add a nice crunch, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashwariya Shah
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Danielle Storey
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and tangy, and the peanuts add a nice touch of sweetness.


Khasheen Haider
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Antonnucci Siadinkura
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish! It's light and refreshing, and the broccoli and peanuts add a nice crunch. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.