Name: Broccoli Pasta Salad
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup Farfalle (Bow-Tie) Pasta, cooked according to package directions; 1 head broccoli, florets only; 1 red bell pepper, core removed and cut into thin slices; 1 yellow bell pepper, core removed and cut into thin slices; 4 sliced preserved, salt-cured lemon, finely chopped including rinds; 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional); 1 cup traditional Greek yogurt (full fat); 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 2 T. high-quality extra virgin olive oil; 2 T. fresh lemon juice; 1 T. fresh lemon zest; salt and black pepper, to taste

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Bright, crunchy, and full of flavor, Broccoli Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of tender pasta, crisp broccoli and a medley of fresh ingredients tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing.

Perfect for potlucks, picnics or a quick family dinner side, this versatile dish offers a burst of freshness in every bite. We just love Recipes for Pasta Salad!

Prepare this recipe a day or two in advance and store it in the refrigerator, making it ideal for summer gatherings!

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Pasta Salad Ingredients

Salt-cured lemons elevate this recipe with a burst of vibrant flavor, transforming it from good to unforgettable with a surprising “Wow, what was that?” moment.

For the full ingredient measurements, scroll on down to the broccoli pasta salad recipe card.

Farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
broccoli
red bell pepper
yellow bell pepper
salt-cured lemon
1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Dressing:

traditional Greek yogurt
garlic
extra virgin olive oil
lemon juice
lemon zest
salt and black pepper

How to Make Broccoli Pasta Salad

To make this broccoli pasta salad, in a glass bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and zest until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Place broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and microwave for 3-5 minutes, checking for tenderness after 3 minutes. Adjust the time as needed. Once tender, set aside to cool completely.

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In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, cooled broccoli, red and yellow peppers, cured lemon, and cranberries. Toss to mix evenly.

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Drizzle with yogurt dressing and toss again until everything is well coated. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

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Broccoli Pasta Salad

Bright, crunchy, and full of flavor, Broccoli Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of tender pasta, crisp broccoli and a medley of fresh ingredients tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing.

Ingredients

1 cup Farfalle (Bow-Tie) Pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 head broccoli, florets only
1 red bell pepper, core removed and cut into thin slices
1 yellow bell pepper, core removed and cut into thin slices
4 sliced preserved, salt-cured lemon, finely chopped including rinds
1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Dressing:

1 cup traditional Greek yogurt (full fat)
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 T. high-quality extra virgin olive oil
2 T. fresh lemon juice
1 T. fresh lemon zest
salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a glass bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and microwave for 3-5 minutes, checking for tenderness after 3 minutes. Adjust the time as needed. Once tender, set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, cooled broccoli, red and yellow peppers, cured lemon, and cranberries. Toss to mix evenly. Drizzle with yogurt dressing and toss again until everything is well coated. Serve immediately or chill before serving.