mini bowtie mediterranean salad

Crestview, FL
Updated on May 19, 2011

I love salads! My friends and family always request my pasta salad. This is one that I make often. Try this for your next picnic or BBQ. Happy Cooking! sw:)

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method ---
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 box mini bowtie pasta
  • 1/3 cup kalamati greek olives, slice in 1/2
  • 4 medium roma tomatoes, chopped seeded or 1/2 pint grape tomatoes slicde in 1/2
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1 small english cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 jar capers
  • 16 ounces light italian dressing
  • 3 medium garlic loves, grated
  • 3 tablespoons italian parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons herbes de provence
  • 1 large lemon, juice and zest
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4-5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • - kosher salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

How To Make mini bowtie mediterranean salad

  • Step 1
    Cook pasta according to package. Do not over cook. Place pasta in a colander and run cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.
  • Step 2
    In a large mixing bowl, add all the ingredients except the parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly.
  • Step 3
    Chill in fridge over night.
  • Step 4
    30 minutes b4 serving, add parmesan cheese and mix well. If pastea is a little dry, add more dressing
  • Step 5
    Serve and enjoy!!!

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