Mediterranean Farfalle Bow Tie Pasta Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with classic Mediterranean flavors, this Mediterranean Farfalle Bow Tie Pasta Salad is the perfect combination of taste and texture! Featuring tender farfalle pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, salty Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this recipe is a vibrant feast for your senses. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, every bite delivers bold, refreshing flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy pasta salad is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light dinner option. Serve it chilled, and let the Mediterranean magic take center stage! Keywords: Mediterranean pasta salad, bow tie pasta salad, easy side dish, fresh Mediterranean recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams farfalle (bow tie) pasta
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 100 grams kalamata olives (pitted)
• 150 grams feta cheese
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 30 ml red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the farfalle pasta according to the package instructions, or until al dente (approximately 8-10 minutes). Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water to cool, and set aside to dry.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Roughly chop the kalamata olives and crumble the feta cheese into small chunks. Add both to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 5

Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables, olives, and feta. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the salad for garnish and additional flavor. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Enjoy the Mediterranean Farfalle Bow Tie Pasta Salad chilled, as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1380.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2341.7

Total Fat 117.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 133.5mg	0%
Sodium 3704.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 272.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 66.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1019.4mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1878.4mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 45.2%