Description
This Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recipe with Italian Dressing is a colorful and refreshing dish that brings a burst of flavor to any occasion. Packed with fresh vegetables, succulent turkey slices, and creamy mozzarella, this salad is not only visually appealing but also deliciously satisfying. It’s perfect for potlucks, summer BBQs, or as a meal prep option to enjoy throughout the week. With its zesty dressing and crunchy textures, this pasta salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-oz) box bow tie 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 well-salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Toss the warm pasta with 1 cup of zesty Italian dressing to coat evenly.
- Add cherry tomatoes, broccoli, yellow bell pepper, turkey slices, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella balls, black olives, and optional herbs. Mix gently.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve chilled and toss again if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg