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Bow Tie Pasta Salad

A refreshing and colorful pasta salad perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a light lunch. This Bow Tie Pasta Salad is packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a tangy Italian dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound bow tie pasta
  • 1 cup Italian dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
  • 0.5 cup red onion, diced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta, drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool.
  2. Whisk together Italian dressing, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Add pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onion, and bell pepper to the bowl.
  4. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled.

Notes

Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.