Meals Matter

Pasta and Broccoli Salad

Contributed By: frannybugg
everyday food magazine

Make in the morning, and refrigerate for lunch.

Ingredients

1 c. Uncooked penne pasta (or whatever you have)

2 c. Broccoli florets

1/4 c. Grated parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper

2 tbs. Olive oil

Lemon wedge

1 can Tuna fish or shredded chicken (optional)

Preparation

Cook pasta in boiling water, 7 minutes. Add broccoli florets, and cook until both are tender, about 5 minutes. Drain pasta and broccoli and rinse under cold water. In a small bowl, combine pasta, broccoli, cheese, salt and pepper and olive oil together. Add tuna or chicken, if desired. Before eating, squeeze lemon wedge over salad.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Fish
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 2
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Make Ahead
Vegetarian
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree