You are here: Home » Recipes » Broccoli Pasta Salad Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipe by Relish Yield 8 servings PrintEmail Ingredients 1/2 pound penne, fusilli or farfalle pasta1 head broccoli, cut into 2-inch florets1 cup sliced black olives1 -- red pepper, diced (optional)1 -- (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup torn basil leaves1 tablespoon oregano (optional) Instructions Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook according to package direction. Add broccoli 2 minutes before the end of cooking time. Drain pasta and broccoli and rinse under cold water, 3 to 4 minutes to cool. Place in bowl with remaining ingredients. Combine all dressing ingredients; whisk well. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly. Let stand at least 30 minutes until flavors develop. Recipe by Chef Bill Telepan.