Creamy Broccoli Pasta Salad loaded with crispy bacon, fresh broccoli, and rotini pasta. A perfect summer pasta dish and healthy potluck salad.

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1 package rotini pasta

1 lb broccoli, chopped into small florets

1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 cups mayonnaise

1 tsp vinegar

1 small onion, finely chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool completely.

2. Chop broccoli into small bite-size pieces.

3. Cook bacon until crispy and crumble.

4. Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

5. Combine pasta, broccoli, bacon, and onion in a large bowl.

6. Pour dressing over mixture and stir well.

7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

For extra crunch, keep broccoli raw.

You can substitute part of mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Best served chilled.

Keywords: Broccoli Pasta Salad, fresh broccoli salad, summer pasta dish, healthy potluck salad