Description
A refreshing and colorful Bow Tie Pasta Salad that is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish. Packed with vibrant veggies, cheese, and a zesty Italian dressing, this salad is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
Veggies:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (sliced and quartered)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, any color)
- 1/2 cup black olives (sliced)
Cheese and Herbs:
- 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubed cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Dressing and Seasoning:
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the bow tie pasta until al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, olives, and mozzarella. Add the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill and Serve: Garnish with parsley, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, salami, or chickpeas.
- Try a homemade vinaigrette for a personalized touch.
- Best enjoyed cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
