La mejor ensalada de pasta con brócoli

Ingredientes

• 8 oz Pasta (Your favorite type, such as rotini, penne, or whole wheat.)
• 2 cups Broccoli Florets (Fresh or frozen.)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved.)
• 1/4 cup Red Onion (Finely diced.)
• 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (Crumbled for a creamy, salty contrast; substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan option.)
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil (Extra virgin is preferred.)
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed.)
• 2 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
• to taste Salt and Pepper (Essential for flavor.)

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Preparation ---

2. 2

   Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

3. 3

   Blanch the Broccoli: In the same pot, add broccoli florets to boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking.

4. 4

   --- Mixing ---

5. 5

   Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, blanched broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.

6. 6

   Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

7. 7

   Toss Together: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

8. 8

   --- Final Touch ---

9. 9

   Chill and Serve: For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.