Beefy Pasta Salad
- 8 ounces rotelle pasta (or other small pasta shape)
- 6 cups broccoli stems
- 10 ounces well trimmed sirloin steaks
- 1 14 cups plain plain fat-free yogurt
- 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 34 cup basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 lb plum tomato, quartered
- 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling water according to package directions.
- Add broccoli spears during last 2 minutes of cooking, drain.
- Meanwhile, preheat broiler.
- Broil steak 4 inches from heat for 4 minutes per side for medium, or until done to taste.
- Transfer steak to cutting board and thinly slice across the grain, on the diagonal.
- Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, basil, and salt in food processor and process until smooth.
- Transfer dressing to large serving bowl.
- Add steak and any juices accumulated on cutting board and toss to coat.
- Add pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, and onion to bowl and toss again.
- Recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- Bring back to room temperature before serving.
pasta, broccoli stems, trimmed sirloin steaks, yogurt, light mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, tomato, red onion
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/beefy-pasta-salad-24580 (may not work)