VEGGIE BOW TIE SALAD

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Here's a healthy salad full of fresh vegetables, tender pasta and zippy, homemade vinaigrette dressing. It's a perfect accompaniment for lean meat or fish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, optional
VINAIGRETTE:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add broccoli and cauliflower; cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water; drain and pat dry. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water., In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli mixture, red pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, artichokes, sunflower kernels, basil and sun-dried tomatoes if desired. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Dee Rich
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I love that this salad is so customizable. You can add any vegetables that you like, or even fruit.


THARUN THARUN
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. I like to add it to the salad for extra protein.


Shahinur Alam
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This is the perfect salad to take to a party or picnic. It's easy to make and it always gets rave reviews.


Taimor Hassan
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Zakir Balouch
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bow-tie pasta and the sweet and tangy dressing.


miss sizuka
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but I really enjoyed this one. The dressing is delicious and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.


mdshohan Rohaman
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a picnic or barbecue.


michaelbamber michaelbamber
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Neviyah
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I love the combination of vegetables in this salad. They all work so well together.


Merita Draci
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Govian howard
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I highly recommend this veggie bow-tie salad. It's a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion.


Bakhtawar jan mahsood
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the day before and it will still be delicious.


Mumtaz hussain Hussain
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables to suit your own taste.


RAGHBENDRA PRASAD RAUT
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with colorful and nutritious veggies.


jaegerjaquez Grimmjow
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I'm not usually a fan of bow-tie pasta, but it works really well in this salad. It holds the dressing and vegetables nicely.


Thomas Lebron
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! I could drink it straight from the bottle.


Ahumah Joshua
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Cayden Wolfgram
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Ms Gazi
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This veggie bow-tie salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The dressing is light and tangy, and the vegetables are crisp and colorful.