Searching for a refreshing and flavorful side dish to elevate your summer gatherings? Look no further than the delightful combination of bow tie pasta, creamy fontina cheese, and juicy melon. This vibrant bow tie pasta salad is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and add a touch of elegance to any occasion. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we present the ultimate recipe for this delightful dish.
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MELON BOWTIE PASTA SALAD RECIPE
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. After cooking, draining, and rinsing, allow it to cool and set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the dressing. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, melon, basil, olives, salami, and arugula. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss with your hands.
- Plate on a large platter and top with fresh feta cheese. Serve cold and enjoy!
BOW TIE PASTA SALAD WITH FONTINA AND MELON
Now that the weather is getting warmer, I find myself looking forward to pasta salads and melon. Why not combine the two? One of my favorite pasta salads from BHG "Fresh and Simple Pasta Pronto". Swiss cheese can be substituted for the fontina.
Provided by noway
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse well.
- In a large bowl toss together pasta, melon, and cheese. Combine salad dressing and mint; pour over pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill up to 24 hours.
- Add watercress to pasta mixture just prior to serving.
- For a pretty presentation, pasta salad may be served in melon shells :).
BOW TIE PASTA SALAD WITH LENTIL AND APPLE
The first time I tried this was at a Pot Luck luncheon at my office. What a hit - delicious and fresh. Best served at room temperature.
Provided by Golden Sunflower
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place lentils and water in sauce pan and simmer over medium heat for 40-45 minutes, until tender. Drain and chill.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente - drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine lentils, pasta and remaining ingredients.
- Chill for 1 hour to let flavors blend. Take out and let stand at room temperature before serving.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.5, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 35.6, Sodium 274.2, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 6.9, Protein 12.1
TURKEY-MELON PASTA SALAD
Bow tie pasta, turkey and watermelon combine in this breezy summer salad from R. Jean Rand of Edina, Minnesota. It has a sweet-tart taste would pair well with tall glasses of lemonade or iced tea for an outdoor patio lunch.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, watermelon, celery and onion; set aside. , In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice and sugar until smooth. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into turkey mixture. Drizzle with the yogurt mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48 mg cholesterol, Sodium 113 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 20 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AWESOME BOW TIE PASTA
A delicious pasta salad for salad or side dish that's not heavy, but delightful! Substitute halved grape tomatoes for the diced tomato for variety. This is great for if you need a fast pasta dish, but refrigerate 1 to 2 hours for more blended flavors. Optional: Add sliced black olives.
Provided by Kim Samuels
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 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 and place in ice water until cool.
- Toss pasta with onion, feta, balsamic, olive oil and tomato. Serve immediately or chill 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 243.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD
My aunt and mom created this recipe. It is a family favorite and a great item to bring to picnics and potlucks.
Provided by Alley
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 3h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
- Quickly rinse the cooked pasta in cold water to stop it from continuing to cook; drain.
- Mix the cooled pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, sliced green onions, celery, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in a large bowl.
- Gently stir the salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, sugar, basil, and salt in a bowl until evenly mixed.
- Pour the salad dressing mixture over the pasta mixture; gently toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate 3 hours to overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 484 mg, Sugar 11.4 g
BOW TIE PASTA SALAD
Make and share this Bow Tie Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Denise in NH
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 27m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Toss tomatoes, cucumber,black olives, olive oil, garlic, basil and salt and pepper.
- In large bowl, gently toss the pasta with the tomato mixture and Mozzarella cheese.
- Chill for 2-3 hours so flavors can blend.
AWESOME BOW TIE PASTA SALAD
This is a very light salad. You can substitute cherry tomatoes for the chopped. If you like, you can add black olives.
Provided by Fluffy
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 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 and place in ice water until cool.
- Toss pasta with onion, feta, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and tomato.
- Chill for 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 270.6, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 11.8
BOW TIE PASTA SALAD
Make and share this Bow Tie Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta in boiling, salted water until tender, about 9 to 10 minutes.
- Immediately chill in ice water, drain and toss with a little oil.
- Combine pasta with all the other ingredients and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 64.6, Sodium 580.1, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.7, Protein 13.1
Tips:
- Use a variety of melon for a more complex flavor. Cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon are all great choices.
- If you don't have fontina cheese, you can substitute another hard cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiago.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, simply whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, and salt and pepper. Store in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- This salad is best served chilled. Make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This bow tie pasta salad with fontina and melon is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet melon, salty cheese, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.
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