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Colorful Bow Tie Pasta Salad

A vibrant and flavorful pasta salad that's easy to prepare, perfect for any occasion, and sure to delight your taste buds with its colorful veggies and creamy feta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Base Ingredients
  • 8 oz bow tie pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced any color you like
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors. Optional tips: Let it chill overnight for extra flavor, and customize the veggies based on your preference.