Best 5 Asian Bow Tie Salad Recipes
Asian bow tie pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks. It is made with colorful vegetables, a flavorful dressing, and bow tie pasta. The vegetables in this salad are typically julienned, which means they are cut into thin strips. This makes them easy to eat and also helps the flavors of the dressing to penetrate the vegetables. The dressing for this salad is usually made with a combination of olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. It is also common to add a little bit of honey or sugar to the dressing to balance out the acidity.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN BOW TIE SALAD
"I first prepared this pasta salad for a family picnic at a national park and everyone really enjoyed it. I'm sure Mother Nature helped make that meal so memorable, but I still find myself serving this often during the summer," writes Pam Guerin of Skowhegan, Maine. A zippy dressing lightly coats the tossed mixture of pasta, chicken, tomato and onion.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain. Cool completely. For dressing, combine the chilies, lime juice, oil, garlic, cumin, sugar and hot pepper sauce in a small bowl; stir well. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, onion and cilantro. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME PASTA CHICKEN SALAD
A refreshing light pasta salad with a delicious Asian flair. Great for a summer cookout or picnic. Tastes great right away, and even better if you can allow it to marinate for a while.
Provided by ohines
Categories Salad
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds, and cook stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine vegetable oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.
- Pour sesame dressing over pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Gently mix in chicken, cilantro, and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 23.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 308.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
ASIAN BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND VEGETABLES
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer half of dressing to large bowl. Mix in shrimp and bell peppers; let marinate 15 minutes.
- Cook broccoli stems and florets in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer broccoli to sieve and drain. Cook pasta in same pot of boiling water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain; rinse with cold water until cool and drain again.
- Add broccoli, pasta and green onions to shrimp mixture. Toss with enough additional dressing to coat. Serve at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate up to 6 hours and serve cold.
ASIAN SUMMER PASTA SALAD
This is an easy light supper or lunch pasta salad. It's simple to add chicken, bacon or shrimp to make it a little heartier if you like. Thanks to Jackie for submitting this to our new church cookbook.
Provided by Yia Yia
Categories Spaghetti
Time 24m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- When you cook the spaghetti, break it into thirds or fourths upon dropping it in the boiling water.
- Mix cooked and cooled spaghetti and vegetables in a large bowl.
- Set aside.
- In a small bowl mix the vegetable oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, pepper (or flakes), ginger root and garlic.
- Whisk to combine.
- Add dressing to pasta and vegetables.
- Stir well to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to combine flavors.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts or cashews and cilantro.
BOW TIE & SPINACH SALAD
With pasta salad, it's easy to change up ingredients. We like to add grilled chicken and pine nuts, and sometimes we substitute black beans for the garbanzo beans. -Julie Kirkpatrick, Billings, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain; transfer to a large bowl., Add beans, vegetables, cheese, olives and basil to pasta. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with salt; toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
### 3 Easy and Delicious Ways to Make Bow Tie Salad
### 1. Simple Bow Tie Salad with Lemon Dressing
**Prep:** 10 minutes
**Cook:** 10 minutes
**Total:** 20 minutes
**Dressing Ingredients:**
- 1/4 cup fresh-s squeezed Meyer Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1 to 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup fresh Parsley (chopped)
**Salad Ingredients:**
- 3/4 cup Dried Bow Tie Pasta
- 1 1/2 cup Broccoli Florets
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Chopped Celery
- 1/2 cup Grape Tomato (Halved)
**Instructions:**
1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the bow tie noodles according to the package instructions.
2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the other ingredients.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the vinaigrette.
4. Drain and rinse the noodles and toss them in a large bowl with the vinaigrette.
5. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat.
**Variations:**
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more hearty dish.
- Add a handful of fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano, for a more flavorful profile.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as crumbled feta or mozzarella, for a different taste.
### 2. Bow Tie Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing
**Prep:** 10 minutes
**Cook:** 10 minutes
**Total:** 20 minutes
**Dressing Ingredients:**
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Pesto Sauce
- Juice of one Lemon
- 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley
**Salad Ingredients:**
- 3/4 cup Dried Bow Tie Pasta
- 1 1/2 cup Broccoli Florets
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Chopped Celery
- 1/2 cup Grape Tomato (Halved)
**Instructions:**
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the bow tie noodles according to package instructions.
2. While the noodles and cooking prepare the remaining ingredients.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the creamy pesto vinaigrette.
4. Drain and rinse the noodles and toss them in a large bowl with the creamy pesto vinaigrette.
5. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat.
**Variations:**
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more hearty dish.
- Add a handful of fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano, for a more flavorful profile.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as crumbled feta or mozzarella, for a different taste.
### 3. Mediterranean Bow Tie Salad with Feta Dressing
**Prep:** 10 minutes
**Cook:** 10 minutes
**Total:** 20 minutes
**Dressing Ingredients:**
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Red wine Vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley
- 1/4 cup Chopped Dill
**Salad Ingredients:**
- 3/4 cup Dried Bow Tie Pasta
- 1 1/2 cup Broccoli Florets
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Chopped Celery
- 1/2 cup Grape Tomato (Halved)
- 1/2 cup Cucumber (Dices)
- 1/2 cup Roasted Red Peppers (Chopped)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives (sliced)
**Instructions:**
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the bow tie noodles according to package instructions.
2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the other ingredients.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the Mediterranean vinaigrette.
4. Drain and rinse the noodles and toss them in a large bowl with the Mediterranean vinaigrette.
5. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat.
**Variations:**
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more hearty dish.
- Add a handful of fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano, for a more flavorful profile.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as crumbled feta or mozzarella, for a different taste.
### Conclusion
Bow tie salads are a versatile and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a variety of dressings and ingredients to choose from, there's a bow tie
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