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Colorful Bow Tie Pasta Salad

A vibrant salad that's not only visually appealing but also quick to prepare, delivering fresh flavors perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz bow tie pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled can be replaced with avocado or nut-based cheese for a vegan option
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Mixing and Serving
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  3. Enjoy!

Notes

This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's perfect for meal prep. For variations, try using different vegetables or adding protein like grilled chicken or shrimp.