Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad: 7 Amazing Fresh Flavor Ideas
A vibrant Italian-inspired pasta salad with bow tie pasta, fresh vegetables, savory salami, and a zesty vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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12 ounces bow tie (farfalle) pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
3/4 cup mozzarella pearls
1/2 cup salami, sliced into strips
1/3 cup Italian dressing
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and cool.
- Chop all vegetables and slice olives and salami.
- Combine pasta, vegetables, olives, cheese, and salami in a large bowl.
- Whisk dressing, olive oil, vinegar, and oregano.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Cool pasta before mixing to maintain texture. Adjust dressing as needed before serving.