Yummy Salad (this is just what I call it).
1/2 C extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c fresh minced basil (you can substitute dried, but you'll use less than 1/8 cup.)
2 T balsamic vinegar
1 T minced garlic (I always use fresh, but you could use the jarred kind too)
1/2 t salt
1/2 t salt
8 oz short pasta of your choice, cooked (penne and bow-tie are our favs)
1 head broccoli florets, chopped in small pieces
1 package cherry tomatoes, halved
2 oz can black olives, sliced
4 oz feta cheese (I usually throw the whole 6 oz container in - the more the merrier)
1 yellow or red pepper, seeded and diced
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced (optional - I've made it without and don't even miss it really)
Combine first 5 ingredients, shake or mix until well-blended. Put all other ingredients in bowl, throw dressing on top, mix well. You can eat it right away or store it for a few days in the fridge. Serves 6-8 normal people or 3-4 Pattons (we eat big, remember). Enjoy!
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