Broccoli & Grape Pasta Salad

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sunflower seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped nuts

Pumpkin seeds are often cheaper and add a similar crunch.

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.

Chop broccoli into small florets and blanch in boiling water for 1-2 minutes; then plunge into ice water.

Halve grapes and chop red onion, celery, and carrots into small pieces.

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, broccoli, grapes, onion, celery, and carrots.

In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.

Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.

Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top and gently mix in.

Chill salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Serve cold, garnished with additional sunflower seeds if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens