Bow Ties with Pesto Kalamatas and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Elevate your weeknight pasta game with this vibrant recipe for Bow Ties with Pesto, Kalamatas, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes! This quick and easy dish combines velvety bow-tie pasta with the bold flavors of rich basil pesto, briny kalamata olives, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese add a luxurious finish, while fresh basil offers a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for busy evenings but sophisticated enough for entertaining. Serve it warm and let the flavors transport you to a sun-soaked Italian countryside. Keywords: bow-tie pasta, pesto pasta recipe, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, quick Mediterranean pasta.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 cup pesto (homemade or store-bought)
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.333 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water and cook the bow-tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, prepare the other ingredients. Slice the kalamata olives and julienne the sun-dried tomatoes if they are not pre-cut.

Step 3

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the julienned sun-dried tomatoes and sliced kalamata olives, stirring for 1-2 minutes until warmed through and fragrant.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the pesto. If the pesto is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to help thin it and create a creamy sauce.

Step 5

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat evenly with the pesto mixture. If needed, add a little more of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.

Step 6

Season the pasta with freshly ground black pepper to taste and mix in half of the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 7

Transfer the pasta to serving bowls or plates. Garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil (if using), and an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(715.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2591.1

Total Fat 121.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 57.2mg	0%
Sodium 6193.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 83.5g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1045.0mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2262.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.4%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 46.0%