Chicken, Broccoli & Mangetout Pasta Salad

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Broccoli is king of the Superfood vegetables, being rich in a wide range of nutrients. It also helps to strengthen the immune system and is a major force in fighting various forms of cancer.

 

Chicken, Broccoli and Mangetout Pasta Salad

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Ingredients

  • 110g (4oz) pasta spirals
  • 55g (2oz) small broccoli florets
  • 30g (1oz) mangetout, cut into matchsticks
  • 3 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp clear honey
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 110g (4oz) cooked chicken, thinly sliced
  • 30g (1oz) pumpkin seeds

 

Method

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, adding the broccoli 2 minutes before the end of the cooking time and then the mangetout 1 minute later.. Drain and immediately rinse well with cold water. Drain well again.  Alternatively you can steam the broccoli and mangetout separately  for a few minutes until tender

Whisk together the oils, vinegar, honey and soy sauce in a large bowl. Add the pasta and vegetables and toss to coat, then cover and refrigerate until needed.

Just before serving, add the chicken and toss again, then sprinkle over the pumpkin seeds.