Description
Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a delightful and colorful dish that combines tender pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables, creamy bocconcini cheese, and a vibrant pesto dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavors and nutrients. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare this refreshing salad that serves well as a side or main dish. Its versatility allows you to customize it based on your preferences, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1 cup bocconcini cheese
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup basil
- 3 tablespoons pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until slightly past al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pesto, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bocconcini cheese, spinach, and basil.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg