Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, and Pasta Salad

Name: Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, and Pasta Salad
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 397 grams artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained, and halved; 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar; 0 teaspoons black pepper; 2 liters broccoli florets; 2 Tbsps capers; 473 milliliters cherry tomatoes, halved; 57 grams 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 118 milliliters fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 79 milliliters fresh basil leaves; 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 59 milliliters low-fat buttermilk; 79 milliliters 2% low-fat cottage cheese; 12 mint leaves; 591 milliliters sliced mushrooms; 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 Dash black pepper; 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar; 473 milliliters cooked medium seashell or rotini pasta (about 4 ounces uncooked pasta); 118 milliliters minced shallots

Broccoli, Cherry Tomato, and Pasta Salad might be just the main course you are searching for. One serving contains 405 calories, 18g of protein, and 17g of fat. This recipe serves 4. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. A mixture of wine vinegar, cottage cheese, feta cheese, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. To use up the balsamic vinegar you could follow this main course with the Skinny Strawberry Ice Cream as a dessert.

Instructions

To prepare herb mixture, combine first 6 ingredients on a cutting board; finely chop, and reserve 3 tablespoons. Set remaining herb mixture aside.

Equipment you will use

Cutting Board

To prepare the dressing, place the reserved 3 tablespoons herb mixture in a food processor. Drop 2 garlic cloves through the food chute with food processor on; process until minced.

Ingredients you will need

Whole Garlic Cloves