BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD – AnneMarie

By Admin · March 13, 2014 · Leave a comment

• 1 box Rotini Pasta
• 1 cup mayonnaise (light or regular)
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 cups chopped, raw broccoli (about 1-inch pieces)
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup roasted, unsalted sunflower seeds (optional)
• 1/2 cup crumbled, cooked bacon
• 1/4 cup diced red onion or sliced green onion
• 1/2 cup matchstick carrots (optional)

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water until completely cooled; drain again. Place in large bowl.

2. Meanwhile, for dressing, in small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar;  set aside.

3. Add broccoli, cheese, sunflower seeds, bacon and onion to pasta. Toss to combine. Add dressing; toss until coated. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled, at least 1 hour. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving.

Serves about 6