Artichoke and Broccoli Pasta Salad

[sweetpeach79]

I would add some chicken to this as well!

Ingredients
Salt and pepper to taste
3/4 pound dried penne pasta
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 (12-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
1 small green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
2 cups small broccoli florets
1/2 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 cup sliced basil
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano or 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Method

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside to let cool.

In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in oil while continuing to whisk constantly to make a dressing. Add pasta, artichoke hearts, bell peppers, broccoli, olives, basil, cheese, salt and pepper, toss gently to combine and serve.
Nutrition

Per serving (about 5oz/155g-wt.): 300 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 460mg sodium, 40g total carbohydrate (4g dietary fiber, 3g sugar), 10g protein