Delicious and Nutritious Asian Pasta Salad with Beef, Broccoli, and Bean Sprouts

This Asian-inspired pasta salad is packed with flavors and textures. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, and crunchy bean sprouts are tossed with a tangy dressing and served over a bed of cooked pasta for a satisfying and healthy meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing lunch. It's a crowd-pleaser that combines the best of Asian and Western cuisines.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of pasta (any type)
• 1 pound of beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 cups of broccoli florets
• 1 cup of bean sprouts
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• For the dressing:
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cooked beef, cooked broccoli, bean sprouts, and green onions.
6. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
7. Serve the Asian pasta salad immediately, or refrigerate for later. It can be enjoyed warm or cold.

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