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Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad: The Ultimate Zesty Cold Pasta Recipe

A vibrant Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad featuring al dente farfalle, crunchy bell peppers, and fresh mozzarella pearls tossed in a zesty, herb-flecked golden vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, and easy summer lunches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Components
  • 1 lb Farfalle pasta 454g, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper 150g, diced
  • 1 cup Yellow bell pepper 150g, diced
  • 1 pint Cherry tomatoes 280g, halved
  • 1 can Black olives 2.25 oz, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Red onion 40g, finely diced
  • 8 oz Fresh mozzarella pearls 226g
  • 1 cup Zesty Italian vinaigrette 240ml, herb-flecked
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley 15g, finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 6-Quart Stockpot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Large Ceramic Bowl For mixing and serving
  • 1 Silicone Tongs For gentle tossing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the farfalle in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water immediately to stop the cooking and remove excess starch.
  2. Dice the red and yellow bell peppers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion while the pasta cools.
  3. In a large white bowl, combine the cooled pasta, peppers, tomatoes, olives, onion, and mozzarella pearls.
  4. Pour the zesty Italian vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently with tongs until everything is coated in a translucent golden glow.
  5. Top with a generous scatter of finely chopped fresh green parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 10gFat: 14gFiber: 3g

Notes

Rinse pasta in cold water to prevent sticking and ensure a clean look.
Add mozzarella pearls only when pasta is fully cooled to maintain their shape.
Keyword cold pasta salad,Farfalle Salad,Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad,Vegetarian Pasta Salad

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