Description
Delight in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Bow Tie Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for any occasion. This colorful salad combines bow tie pasta with cherry tomatoes, crisp spinach, and creamy bocconcini cheese, all tossed in a zesty pesto dressing. Ideal for summer BBQs, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also meal prep-friendly, keeping well in the fridge for up to five days. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, each bite brings the delightful taste of Italy right to your table. Enjoy this healthy option that’s packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor!
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
Instructions
- Cook the bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until slightly past al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil; let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together pesto, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Combine cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bocconcini cheese, spinach, and basil in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg