Description
Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a delightful and colorful dish that brings together the freshness of seasonal vegetables, creamy bocconcini, and the vibrant flavors of pesto. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, this salad is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Within just 25 minutes, you can whip up a meal that’s not only visually appealing but also ideal for meal prep, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Enjoy it as a light lunch or serve it alongside grilled meats at your next gathering—this pasta salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until slightly past al dente. Drain and cool.
- Meanwhile, whisk together pesto, olive oil, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bocconcini cheese, spinach, and basil.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg