Sunny Broccoli Pasta Salad

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Prep Time: 30 Min
Total Time: 1 Hr
Makes: 8 (3/4-cup) servings

NUTRITION INFORMATION:
3/4 Cup: Calories 210 (Calories from Fat 100); Total Fat 11g (Saturated Fat 2g); Cholesterol 10mg; Sodium 390mg; Total Carbohydrate 22g (Dietary Fiber 2g, Sugars 6g); Protein 6g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 15%; Vitamin C 45%; Calcium 4%; Iron 8% Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch; 2 Fat
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Ingredients

  • Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Salad:
  • 5 oz. (1 1/2 cups) uncooked pasta nuggets (radiatore)
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 2 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup small cauliflower florets
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup golden raisins
  • 3 tablespoons shelled sunflower seeds

Preparation

Step 1

1. In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; blend with wire whisk until smooth. Refrigerate while cooking pasta.
2. Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
3. Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon.
4. In large bowl, combine cooked pasta, bacon and all remaining salad ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.

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