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.

Kate Fazio
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this salad. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and the broccoli is roasted to perfection.


Alexa Mader
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This salad is so good! The broccoli is roasted to perfection and the pesto dressing is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Victor Ortiz
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Rudi Daniels
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and healthy fats.


owen gaming
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pesto dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes add a nice crunch.


Eddy Seka
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This recipe was easy to follow and the salad turned out great! I used whole wheat pasta and added some grilled shrimp. It was a delicious and healthy meal.


Rajnish Singh
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or picnic.


isabel e
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I wasn't sure how I would like this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The broccoli was roasted to perfection, and the pesto dressing was creamy and flavorful.


Ryder Phipps
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of broccoli, pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes.


shuri chemeda
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and even added some grilled chicken. It's always delicious.


Rony Bro
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This broccoli pasta and pesto salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were amazing, and the salad was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.