Johns Bowtie Pasta Salad Recipes

BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
• Quickly rinse the cooked pasta in cold water to stop it from continuing to cook; drain.
• Mix the cooled pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, sliced green onions, celery, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in a large bowl.
• Gently stir the salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, sugar, basil, and salt in a bowl until evenly mixed.
• Pour the salad dressing mixture over the pasta mixture; gently toss to coat evenly.
• Refrigerate 3 hours to overnight before serving.

BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Meanwhile boil pasta in salted water per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• Add broccoli, bell peppers and onions to a sheet tray. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
• Roast for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are caramelized and tender.
• Combine all the Italian dressing ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and whisk to combine. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
• Add the cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, tomatoes, and olives to a large bowl. Drizzle in about 1/2 the dressing adding more as needed.
• Serve immediately with parmesan cheese on top! Season to taste with salt and pepper.

TUNA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain and run under cold water to cool, then drain again. Transfer to a serving bowl.
• While the pasta cooks, pulse the celery, bell pepper and red onion in a food processor until finely minced. Add to the serving bowl along with the tuna and eggs.
• Stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, House Seasoning and relish in a small bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
• Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix oil, vinegar and fresh basil. Reserve 1/2 cup for dressing.
• Grill chicken on outdoor grill approximately 15 minutes or until cooked through, turning and brushing frequently with the remaining marinade. Cut chicken into large bite sized pieces. Combine chicken,pasta,sun dried tomatoes, fresh tomatoes and walnuts. Toss with reserved dressing. Add croutons and Parmesan and serve immediately.