Description
Looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion? This Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recipe with Italian Dressing is your answer! Bursting with colorful vegetables, turkey slices, and creamy mozzarella, this salad is ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or meal prep. The zesty Italian dressing enhances the fresh ingredients, making it a delightful addition to summer picnics or family dinners. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy a light yet satisfying meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-oz) box bow tie (farfalle) pasta
- 1–2 cups zesty Italian dressing
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 oz broccoli (chopped into small florets)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1 lb turkey slices (chopped)
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 (8-oz) container fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 (2.25-oz) can sliced black olives (drained)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bow tie pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the warm pasta with 1 cup of Italian dressing.
- Add cherry tomatoes, broccoli, yellow bell pepper, turkey slices, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella balls, black olives, and herbs if using. Gently mix until combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Before serving, give the salad another toss and add more dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg