Description
Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light meal. Featuring colorful cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese, and vibrant basil, this salad is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Tossed in a zesty pesto dressing, it’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy individuals or families. Whether served as a side or main course, this versatile salad is perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed throughout the week. With just a handful of fresh ingredients and simple preparation steps, you’ll have a refreshing dish that everyone will love.
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 bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until slightly past al dente. Drain and cool.
- Whisk together pesto, olive oil, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bocconcini cheese, spinach, and basil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, season with salt and pepper, then toss gently until well combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg