Description
A vibrant pasta salad combining fresh ingredients for a delightful summer dish enjoyed at family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and olives into uniform pieces.
- Combine the chopped vegetables, mozzarella balls, olives, and fresh basil in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix in the cooled pasta into the vegetable mixture.
- Dress the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, tossing gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
For best flavor, chill the salad before serving. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or add protein if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg