Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that's perfect for summer side dishes, easy picnic recipes, and anyone looking for healthy pasta salad options. It features fresh vegetables, tangy dressing, and bow tie pasta.
Ingredients
Scale:
12 oz bow tie pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumbers, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup salami, sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically 10-12 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, red onion, and black olives. Toss gently to combine.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour the creamy dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss until everything is well-coated.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture. Gently stir in the feta cheese and salami.
Fold in the chopped basil and parsley.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
