One of the things I love about summer is going to barbeques and chilling in the sun. We recently went to a friend’s barbecue and I took my Pepper & Broccoli Pasta Salad. We were having a good time talking about the “old” days, which did not really seem so long ago.
Broccoli Pasta Salad
5 cups broccoli, raw
4 cups bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup red onions, chopped
1/4 cup bell peppers, chopped (I like to use red for color)
1 cup grapes, sliced
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
1/2 cup praline pecans, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
While the pasta is cooking per package directions, cut the broccoli into small florets. Set aside and mix together mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Once blended add other remaining ingredients.
When pasta is cooked, drain and rinse in cold water. Add to salad mixture.
Chill at least 1 -2 hours.
This pasta salad is great for a barbeque, potluck or side dish. It is deliciously creamy and you will probably make it more than once.
What is your favorite BBQ or picnic side dish?
This recipe was adapted from Southern Living.
Tanya Schroeder says
Love a good pasta salad and thats exactly what this is! Wonderful!
Organizedisland says
Thank you Tanya!
Tamara says
I wish I could have this for lunch right now! My favorite BBQ food is tortellini pasta salad. Like this! The bacon sounds divine. Bacon or pepperoni and some sort of cheese, olive, etc.
Organizedisland says
Tortelleni is awesome Tamara and one of my favorites as well!
akaleistar says
Looks good!
Organizedisland says
Thank you!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
What a great fresh salad for the summertime!
Melissa says
This looks amazing! I’m sure hubby would love this paired with a good steak!
Rabia @TheLiebers says
I love pasta salads in the summertime! Yum!
Arelis Cintron says
Is it weird that I can taste this by just reading it? I’m hungry now lol
Gracielle says
This is awesome! I’m always looking for potluck ideas. Healthy and beautiful in presentation (I bet it tastes wonderful, too!) Thanks for sharing.
Raquel Pineira says
Thanks for stopping by Gracielle! It is really a great salad!