Best 6 Mini Bowtie Mediterranean Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that embodies the essence of the Mediterranean's vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients - the Mini Bowtie Mediterranean Salad. This tantalizing creation brings together an orchestra of textures and tastes, offering a symphony of delight for your palate. A versatile dish, it can be enjoyed as a light and refreshing lunch, a delightful side dish, or even as a vibrant main course. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect Mini Bowtie Mediterranean Salad, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD



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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

1 (16 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
1 (10 ounce) basket cherry or grape tomatoes
1 bunch green onions, sliced
½ cup chopped celery
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
2 cups creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt

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

FARFALLE PASTA SALAD MEDITERRANEAN STYLE



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Farfalle Pasta Salad Mediterranean Style is a great pasta salad with super fresh ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Kalamata Olives, marinated artichokes and feta cheese, combine to enhance those Mediterranean flavors. Dressed with a red wine based vinaigrette, instead of mayo, makes for super light and refreshing spin on a classic.

Provided by Edyta

Categories     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 lbs Farfalle pasta (mini)
1 Cucumber (English, cut into half slices)
2 cups Cherry tomatoes (cut in half or quarter)
2 cups Bell peppers (cut in small squares)
1/2 Red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup Olives (Kalamata)
1/2 cup Artichokes (marinated)
4 oz Feta cheese (crumbled)
1 tbsp Parsley (Italian, chopped)
1 tbsp Oregano (fresh, chopped)
1/2 cup Olive oil (extra virgin)
1/4 cup Red wine vinegar
2 Garlic cloves (chopped)
1 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
1/4 teaspoon Salt
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to instructions. Once done, rinse it with cold water, let it sit in coriander for a minute or two to get rid of the extra water;
  • Add pasta and all the vegetables and herbs into the big bowl and mix it well;
  • Add all the dressing ingredients into the mason jar and mix well. Add salt if needed more;
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well;
  • Sprinkle the salad with crumbled feta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 379 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEDITERRANEAN FARFALLE (BOW TIE) PASTA SALAD



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From the San Giorgio box. The red wine vinegar makes this a sweet pasta salad. The beans makes this a satisfying light meal.

Provided by LaJuneBug

Categories     Beans

Time 2h25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups farfalle pasta, uncooked
1 (7 ounce) container roasted red peppers or 1 (7 ounce) container pimientos, drained and sliced into strips
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Boil pasta for 11 minutes (al dente) to 12 minutes. Rinse with cold water to cool quickly; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine roasted red pepper, onion, parsley, vinegar, and garlic.
  • Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in oil.
  • Add cooled pasta, beans, and seasoning; toss lightly until well blended.
  • Cover; refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.4, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 280.2, Carbohydrate 64, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 15.5

MEDITERRANEAN TABBOULEH SALAD



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Hearty cooked whole grains are tossed in a lemon vinaigrette, then mixed with chopped parsley, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and mint leaves.

Provided by Minute Rice

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Minute® Rice

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bag Minute® Multi-Grain Medley, uncooked
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon shallots, minced
¼ teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare Multi-Grain Medley according to package directions, substituting broth for water. Cool.
  • In a large bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, shallots and mustard. Fold in Multi-Grain Medley and remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, top with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 292.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

MEDITERRANEAN BOW-TIES



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Can't sail away to the Greek Isles? At least you can eat like you're there with this dish, with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and Havarti cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (8 oz)
1 envelope (1.8 oz) white sauce mix
2 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 box (9 oz) asparagus cuts
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained, chopped
1 cup diced (1/4 to 1/2 inch) cooked ham
1 cup shredded Havarti cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, mix sauce mix and milk with wire whisk until blended. Add butter. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; simmer 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Gently stir pasta, asparagus, tomatoes and ham into sauce. Pour into casserole. Cover; bake 35 to 45 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Remove casserole from oven. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

GARDEN BOW TIE SALAD



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Originally a vegetable dish, I added pasta to this salad for family gatherings and church potlucks. Try adding sliced mushrooms and diced tomatoes before serving. -Barbara Burks, Huntsville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 24 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium cucumber
1 medium yellow summer squash
1 medium zucchini
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium green pepper
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 packages Italian salad dressing mix
4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the first five ingredients but do not dry; chop and transfer to a large bowl. Add remaining vegetables. Sprinkle with dry dressing mix; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 4-6 hours or overnight., Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Add to vegetable mixture. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Add to salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Prep ahead: Cook the bowtie pasta and marinate the vegetables the day before. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the vegetables, the better the salad will taste. If you can, buy your produce from a local farmer's market or organic grocery store.
  • Don't skip the dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Make sure to use a good quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  • Add some protein: If you want to make the salad more filling, add some grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.

Conclusion:

This Mini Bowtie Mediterranean Salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with fresh vegetables, flavorful dressing, and tender bowtie pasta. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try!

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