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Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad

A vibrant Italian pasta salad made with bow tie pasta, fresh vegetables, mozzarella, and zesty homemade dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad
  • 12 ounces bow tie pasta farfalle
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls
  • 0.5 cup olives sliced
  • 0.33 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
Italian Dressing
  • 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or jar with lid

Method
 

  1. Cook bow tie pasta until al dente, drain, and cool.
  2. Combine pasta with vegetables, cheese, and herbs.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients until emulsified.
  4. Toss dressing with pasta salad.
  5. Chill before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Add protein or extra vegetables to make this salad a complete meal.