Indulge in the delightful flavors and vibrant colors of spring with a delightful recipe for sweet pea bow tie pasta salad. This refreshing and flavorful salad combines the sweetness of fresh peas, the nutty flavor of bow tie pasta, and a tangy dressing to create a dish that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light and satisfying meal. With its vibrant green hues and crisp textures, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy and delicious option for any occasion.
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SWEET PEA-BOW TIE PASTA SALAD
I love pasta salad, and this one's definitely a winner in our family. This recipe also makes a lot, so it's great to serve at family functions, outings, picnics, etc...
Provided by Cindi M Bauer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 25-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta for 12 minutes; then drain. (I add a bit of vegetable oil to the water before it comes to a boil, so pasta doesn't stick together).
- Rinse pasta under cold water, and drain pasta well.
- In a large bowl mix together, the sweetened condensed milk, mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, buttermilk, salt and pepper.
- Place in refrigerator til ready to mix salad ingredients together.
- When ready to assemble salad together, in a medium sized bowl, add some of the pasta, some of the carrots, a teaspoon or so of the diced red onion, a third of the diced celery, and some of the dressing; mix together gently with a spatula.
- Add salad mixture to a "very" large size bowl, (I used my largest Tupperware bowl; total capacity: 32 cups) cuz this recipe does make an enormous amount of salad.
- Toss a few peas, over the salad.
- Repeat mixing the pasta, carrots, onion and celery together, (in small amounts) in the medium sized bowl along with the dressing, then place on top of the salad in the "very" large size bowl, along with some of the peas.
- Keep layering til all the ingredients are used up; ending with peas ontop of the salad.
- Cover the bowl, and chill salad for several hours in the refrigerator, or overnight.
- Before serving, be sure to stir the salad.
- This salad keeps well for several days in the refrigerator.
- *Note: For this recipe, I substituted matchstix (French-Cut Cooking Carrots) for the shredded carrots. You can find these in your produce section. It came in a (10 oz.) bag, but I only use 3/4's of the bag, about (8 oz).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.6, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 46.8, Sodium 154.7, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 25.3, Protein 9.1
SWEET PEA-BOW TIE PASTA SALAD
I love pasta salad, and this one's definitely a winner in our family. This recipe also makes a lot, so it's great to serve at family functions, outings, picnics, etc...
Provided by Cindi M Bauer
Categories Other Salads
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta for 12 minutes; then drain. (I add a bit of vegetable oil to the water before it comes to a boil, so pasta doesn't stick together).
- 2. Rinse pasta under cold water, and drain pasta well.
- 3. In a large bowl mix together, the sweetened condensed milk, mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, buttermilk, salt and pepper.
- 4. Place in refrigerator til ready to mix salad ingredients together.
- 5. When ready to assemble salad together, in a medium sized bowl, add some of the pasta, some of the carrots, a teaspoon or so of the diced red onion, a third of the diced celery, and some of the dressing; mix together gently with a spatula.
- 6. Add salad mixture to a "very" large size bowl, (I used my largest Tupperware bowl; total capacity: 32 cups) cuz this recipe does make an enormous amount of salad.
- 7. Toss a few peas, over the salad.
- 8. Repeat mixing the pasta, carrots, onion and celery together, (in small amounts) in the medium sized bowl along with the dressing, then place ontop of the salad in the "very" large size bowl, along with some of the peas.
- 9. Keep layering til all the ingredients are used up; ending with peas ontop of the salad.
- 10. Cover the bowl, and chill salad for several hours in the refrigerator, or overnight.
- 11. Before serving, be sure to stir the salad.
- 12. This salad keeps well for several days in the refrigerator.
- 13. Note: For this recipe, I substituted matchstix (French-Cut Cooking Carrots) for the shredded carrots. You can find these in your produce section. It came in a (10 oz.) bag, but I only use 3/4's of the bag, about (8 oz).
Tips:
- Fresh ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Fresh peas, crisp bell peppers, and sweet corn are all essential for this salad.
- Cook the pasta al dente: Cook the bow-tie pasta according to the package directions, but be sure to drain it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent the pasta from becoming mushy in the salad.
- Chill the salad before serving: This salad is best served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more refreshing.
- Add-ins and substitutions: Feel free to add other ingredients to this salad to suit your taste. Chopped ham, bacon, or grilled chicken would all be great additions. You could also substitute different types of pasta, such as penne or rotini.
Conclusion:
This sweet pea bow-tie pasta salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad to make, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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