Zesty Artichoke Delight Pasta Salad: A Flavorful Low-Cholesterol Dish
🍽️ Artichoke Pasta Salad Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Artichoke Pasta Salad, a perfect combination of pasta, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, brought together in a tangy dressing. It’s a dish that’s not only delicious but also low in cholesterol, making it a healthy choice for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 16 oz farfalle pasta
- 6 artichoke hearts
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 broccoli floret, chopped
- 1 cup pitted black olives
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
Dressing:
- Artichoke juice (reserved from the jar)
- Italian dressing (to taste)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 560.5
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1593.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 71.4g
- Fiber: 5.2g
- Sugar: 8.8g
- Protein: 12.5g
Servings: 6
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, artichoke hearts (chopped), sliced mushrooms, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped broccoli floret, pitted black olives, and fresh basil leaves. Toss gently to mix everything together evenly. |
| 3 | In a small bowl, mix some of the artichoke juice (reserved from the jar) with Italian dressing to taste. This will create a flavorful dressing for the salad. |
| 4 | Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated. Adjust the amount of dressing according to your taste preferences. |
| 5 | Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and the dressing to soak into the ingredients. This step is crucial for enhancing the taste of the salad. |
| 6 | After refrigeration, give the salad a final toss and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing Artichoke Pasta Salad as a side dish or a light meal on its own. |
This Artichoke Pasta Salad is not only easy to make but also bursting with flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners, quick lunches, or as a refreshing dish for picnics and potlucks. Dive into this culinary delight and savor each mouthful of goodness! 🥗✨
