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Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad

Delicious Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Twist!

Enjoy this creamy Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad that combines crunchy broccoli, sweet grapes, and toasted walnuts in just thirty minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt for pasta water seasoning
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets can substitute with blanched cauliflower or leafy greens
  • 8 ounces Dry Farfalle Pasta or favorite pasta shape
  • 1 cup Walnut Halves can also use toasted pecans or almonds
  • 1 cup Sharp White Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Red Grapes can substitute with diced apples or mandarin oranges
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise creamy base for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Cider Vinegar for tanginess
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for richness
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Steps
  1. Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and blanch for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
  2. Cook the Pasta: In the same water, cook the dry farfalle pasta as per package instructions for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
  3. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, blanched broccoli, walnut halves, cheddar cheese, red onion, and grapes. Toss gently.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
  4. Prepare the Dressing: In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, cider vinegar, olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, poppy seeds, white pepper, dry mustard, and sugar until smooth.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
  5. Dress the Salad: Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss gently to coat. Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
  6. Serve and Enjoy: After chilling, give the salad a gentle toss and serve as a refreshing side dish.
    Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge. It is best served chilled.

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