Awesome Bow Tie Pasta

Awesome Bow Tie Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    7 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    684

A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad, perfect as a light lunch or a delightful side dish. The bright flavors of balsamic, feta, and fresh tomato dance together, creating a symphony of taste that's both satisfying and invigorating. Consider adding halved grape tomatoes for a sweeter variation. For optimal flavor melding, chill for 1-2 hours before serving. A handful of sliced black olives makes a wonderful addition.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    46 g
  • Cholesterol
    19 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    244 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the bow tie pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Drain the pasta immediately and transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This ensures a perfectly firm texture. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large bowl, gently toss the cooled pasta with the chopped green onions, crumbled feta cheese, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and chopped fresh tomato. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately for a fresh, vibrant taste, or chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. (120 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try marinating the chopped tomatoes in a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar for 15 minutes before adding them to the pasta.
If you don't have fresh tomatoes on hand, sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained) make a delicious substitute.
Feel free to experiment with other cheeses, such as goat cheese or mozzarella, to create your own unique twist.
To prevent the pasta from sticking together, toss it with a drizzle of olive oil after draining.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.9/ 5 ( 228 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Janiya Macgyver

    Chilling the pasta for a couple of hours really makes a difference in the flavor. It's so much better than serving it immediately.

  • Vincent Hansen

    I used goat cheese instead of feta, and it was amazing! Thanks for the inspiration!

  • Yazmin Weissnat

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks.

  • Polly Kassulke

    I love the addition of black olives! It adds a nice salty bite to the salad.

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