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Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad

Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad pairs juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini, and briny black olives with fragrant basil and oregano for a fresh, balanced bite. Lightly dressed in olive oil, it’s bright and herbaceous, perfect for warm-weather lunches, picnics, or an easy side at dinner. The cool, tender pasta contrasts beautifully with the soft cheese and burst of tomatoes.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook the bow-tie pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 12 minutes; drain and let it cool to room temperature.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, bocconcini, olives, olive oil, basil, and oregano; toss to coat evenly.

  4. 4

    Add the pasta to the tomato mixture and toss.

About This Recipe

Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad is an Italian side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Olives, Cherry Tomato, Farfalle Pasta, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 468.17 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad?
It is an Italian salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
What is Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Black Olives, Cherry Tomato, Farfalle Pasta, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. The full list of 7 is above.
How long does it take to make Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad?
About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 468.17 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chilled Farfalle Pasta Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.

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