Bow Tie Pasta Salad

At the heart of this delightful salad is the bow tie pasta, known as farfalle in Italian. This unique pasta shape is reminiscent of little butterflies, which adds an element of whimsy to your plate. The charm of bow tie pasta goes beyond its appearance; its distinctive shape is designed to hold onto sauces and dressings, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor. The pinched center and flared edges create a lovely texture that complements the crisp vegetables and creamy feta cheese in the salad.

Brighten up your meal with this delightful Bow Tie Bliss Pasta Salad! Packed with color and flavor, it features bow tie pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, black olives, and creamy feta. Toss everything in a zesty garlic dressing and let it chill to enhance the flavors. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or just a fresh side dish. Whip it up in just 45 minutes and bring a burst of joy to your table! Enjoy and savor every bite!

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Ingredients

8 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup cucumber, diced

1/2 red bell pepper, diced

1/4 red onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup black olives, sliced

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1/3 cup olive oil

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Chop the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooling, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion.

Combine Ingredients: In the bowl with the cooled pasta, add the chopped cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley.

Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Chill: Cover the pasta salad with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve: Give the salad a gentle toss before serving. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper, if needed. Enjoy this colorful and refreshing dish at your next gathering!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 6