Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad with Farfalle and Fresh Veggies
Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad combines farfalle pasta, fresh vegetables, olives, cheese, and a light Italian-style dressing for a balanced chilled dish suited for gatherings, lunches, and prepared meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces bow tie pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/3 cup red onion, finely sliced
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Cook pasta until firm, then cool under water.
- Chop vegetables and cheese into small pieces.
- Mix oil, vinegar, herbs, garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Combine pasta, vegetables, and cheese in a bowl.
- Add dressing and fold gently.
- Chill before serving and stir again.
Notes
Best served chilled after resting. Add extra dressing if pasta absorbs moisture.