Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie Pasta Salad
Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie Pasta Salad blends tender farfalle with crisp veggies and roasted peanuts in a bright chili-lime and fish sauce dressing. It’s tangy, nutty, and lightly spicy with a refreshing herbal lift from cilantro—great for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch that feels vibrant and satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fish sauce, chili-garlic sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and sugar until well blended. Set aside.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm to the bite, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water, and return it to the pot.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the pasta and stir gently to combine. Add peas, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and red pepper flakes; stir until thoroughly combined.
- 4
Serve at room temperature with lime wedges, or chill in the refrigerator and serve cold.
- Calories 439.07 kcal High
- Protein 11.68 g Good Source
- Carbs 67.13 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.42 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.37 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.6 mg Low Source
- Sodium 638.41 mg High
- Fiber 7.82 g Good Source
- Sugar 25.84 g High
- Added Sugar 20.5 g High
- Calcium 47.12 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.57 mg Moderate
- Potassium 269.31 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 737.13 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 193.14 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Peanuts 🥜
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
About This Recipe
Thai Inspired Bow Tie Pasta Salad is a Thai side dish recipe made with 18 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Chili Sauce, Diced Bell Pepper, and Farfalle Pasta. Each serving provides about 439.07 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie Pasta Salad?
- It is a Thai salad recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie Pasta Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Chili Sauce, Diced Bell Pepper, Farfalle Pasta, Fish Sauce. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie 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 439.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Thai-Inspired Bow-Tie Pasta Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 18 ingredients and 4 steps.
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