Description
Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a vibrant and creamy dish that elevates any gathering with its delightful combination of ingredients. This refreshing salad features tender bow tie pasta, juicy diced chicken, and colorful vegetables, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics or family barbecues. Its creamy dressing adds a flavorful kick, while the option to customize with your favorite vegetables ensures it suits everyone’s taste. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for meal prep and gatherings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese (diced)
- 1 cup fully-cooked chicken (diced)
- 1/2 small onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons relish (sweet or dill)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, relish, sugar, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate.
- Cook the bow tie pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with chicken, cheddar cheese, onion, peas, and red bell pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg