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Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad

A vibrant cold pasta salad made with bow tie pasta, fresh vegetables, mozzarella, and zesty Italian vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian, Summer
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz bow tie pasta
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls
  • 0.75 cup black olives sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil torn
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Place cooled pasta in a large bowl and add vegetables, olives, mozzarella, and basil.
  3. Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss gently.
  5. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Add grilled chicken or salami for a heartier version.