Citrus-Pasta Salad

Vegetarian
Health score
51%
Citrus-Pasta Salad
80 min.
2
182kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish to brighten up your meal? Look no further than this delightful Citrus-Pasta Salad! Perfectly suited for vegetarians, this salad combines the zesty flavors of fresh oranges with the satisfying texture of pasta and crisp broccoli. It's an ideal side dish for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a light lunch, or simply craving a healthy snack.

With a health score of 51, this recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also keeps your nutritional goals in check. Each serving is a mere 182 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to your dining table. The combination of sweet and tangy citrus, crunchy radishes, and creamy fat-free mayonnaise creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.

What’s more, this salad is incredibly easy to prepare! In just 80 minutes, you can whip up a dish that serves two, making it perfect for a cozy dinner or a light lunch with a friend. The vibrant colors and refreshing taste of this Citrus-Pasta Salad are sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary repertoire. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • oz broccoli frozen
  • 0.8 cup shell pasta cooked
  • medium cranberry-orange relish peeled seeded
  • tablespoon orange juice 
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • large radishes sliced
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise fat-free
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain broccoli as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  2. In medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, orange peel, orange juice and salt. Stir in pasta, radishes, orange sections and broccoli.
  3. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour until chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories182kcal
Protein14.93%
Fat8.41%
Carbs76.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
103.5
Glycemic Load
11.64
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.749999979268%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
5.68mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
18.86mg
Naringenin
10.22mg
Luteolin
1.14mg
Kaempferol
10.16mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
4.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.67kcal
9.08%
Fat:1.81g
2.79%
Saturated Fat:0.42g
2.62%
Carbohydrates:37.16g
12.39%
Net Carbohydrates:30.58g
11.12%
Sugar:12.42g
13.8%
Cholesterol:2.6mg
0.87%
Sodium:564.43mg
24.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.23g
14.47%
Vitamin C:155.58mg
188.59%
Vitamin K:137.38µg
130.84%
Folate:108.53µg
27.13%
Fiber:6.58g
26.33%
Selenium:16.55µg
23.64%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.79%
Vitamin A:963.98IU
19.28%
Potassium:597.43mg
17.07%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.9%
Phosphorus:126.54mg
12.65%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.54%
Magnesium:44.76mg
11.19%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.15%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.85%
Calcium:96.28mg
9.63%
Iron:1.71mg
9.52%
Copper:0.16mg
7.79%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.73%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.3%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.76%