Bowtie Pasta Salad 'primavera' Recipe
With red onion, green & red peppers, olives, banana peppers
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
Dressing
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
Preparing Vegetables
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooling, dice the red onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Slice the banana peppers and olives. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Making the Dressing
- 3
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Mix the Salad
Add the cooled bowtie pasta to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- 5
Chill the Salad
Cover the pasta salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
- 6
Serve
After chilling, give the pasta salad a quick toss before serving. Enjoy your Bowtie Pasta Salad 'Primavera' as a refreshing side dish or light meal.
