Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Bow-Tie Cranberry Pasta Salad, a delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch option. This easy-to-make salad features chewy bow-tie pasta combined with succulent turkey, crunchy nuts, and sweet dried cranberries, all dressed in a creamy poppy seed dressing. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it also holds up well for picnics and potlucks, making it a favorite among friends and family. With its fresh ingredients and satisfying texture, this colorful salad is sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz bow-tie pasta
- 2 cups cooked turkey, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup toasted chopped pecans or almonds
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 2/3 cup prepared poppy seed dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the bow-tie pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces and dice the celery and green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, turkey, celery, cranberries, nuts, and green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the poppy seed dressing, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg