Best 3 Bow Tie Broccoli Salad Recipes

When it comes to quick, easy and healthy side dishes, nothing beats a classic bow tie broccoli salad. This versatile recipe is a potluck favorite, and it's also a great make-ahead dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its crunchy broccoli florets, creamy dressing and salty bacon, this salad is sure to please the whole family.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN & BROCCOLI BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD

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From Kraft foods with some modifications. A nice main meal salad. This can be made ahead and served chilled as a cold salad or made and served immediately as a hot salad. I prefer the hot salad. (Kraft recommends using 6 oz of their grilled chicken strips but I prefer fresh chicken over packaged - use what you are most comfortable serving). Update Based on the review I wanted to let you know what I took out of the original recipe - it called for 1/2 c sliced olives. I was thinking if you want a really strong flavor - try a very Zesty Italian Dressing or saute your chicken with garlic and add chopped onions to the final dish. Maybe that would perk it up for those that like things a bit spicier. The original way is a method in which my kids will eat it but I understand how adults may want a bit more zing.***

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups farfalle pasta, uncooked (bow-tie)
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 lb cooked chicken (cut into strips)
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup zesty light Italian dressing
1/4 cup sharp light cheddar cheese (shredded or crumbled)
1/4 cup monterey jack cheese (shredded or crumbled)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)

Steps:

Cook pasta according to directions.
Add broccoli to the cooking water of the pasta during the last 4 minutes of the pasta cooking time.
Drain pasta and broccoli.
Toss chicken, tomatoes, dressing, monterey and cheddar cheese together in a large salad bowl.
Add pasta mixture; mixing lightly.
Sprinkle top with parmesan cheese.

BOW TIE AND BROCCOLI SALAD

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Provided by Sharon Lebewohl

Categories Pasta Picnic Graduation Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Buffet Mayonnaise Raisin Broccoli Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup sunflower seeds
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
4 large stalks fresh broccoli, chopped into small florets, cooked, drained, and chilled
4 cups bow tie noodles, cooked, drained, and chilled
2/3 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise

Steps:

In a skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté raisins, stirring frequently. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside in a small bowl. Quickly sauté sunflower and sesame seeds in remaining oil, stirring frequently, and remove to another small bowl.
In a large bowl, toss broccoli, bow ties, raisins, and mayonnaise, combining thoroughly. Just before serving, toss with sunflower and sesame seeds.

BOW TIE BROCCOLI SALAD

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This can be made a variety of ways. You can omit the bow tie pasta and just have the veggies and or add/delete as desired. I think I like it so well because it's somewhat sweet. Feel free to improvise as needed for taste.

Provided by CoffeeB

Categories Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups bow tie pasta (optional)
1/2 head broccoli
1/2 head cauliflower (optional)
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 lb bacon
1/2 cup green onion (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or white)
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

Cut up into bite size pieces the broccoli and cauliflower.
Boil noodles and rinse under cold water.
Drain well.
Fry the bacon crispy and cut up fine.
Mix the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar and add to your veggies, cheese and raisins.
Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours for flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.4, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 39.4, Sodium 486.5, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 5.7, Protein 8.3

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cut broccoli florets.
For a more flavorful salad, marinate the broccoli in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving.
If you don't have bow tie pasta, you can use another type of short pasta, such as macaroni or penne.
Add some chopped nuts or seeds to the salad for extra crunch.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Bow tie broccoli salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer cookouts. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With its sweet and tangy dressing, crunchy broccoli, and chewy bow tie pasta, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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