Description
Colorful, fresh, and incredibly versatile, this Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a summertime staple. It combines tender pasta with crisp veggies, creamy dressing, and the perfect touch of herbs—ideal for barbecues, picnics, or easy lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bow tie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup broccoli florets, blanched
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or feta cheese
- 3/4 cup ranch or Italian dressing
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large bowl, add the pasta, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, red onion, and cheese.
Pour dressing over the ingredients and toss until well coated.
Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs
Notes
- You can switch up the veggies based on season or preference.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American