Bow Tie Salad Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Bow Tie Salad recipe, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a leisurely weekend lunch. Packed with vibrant veggies and tossed in a tangy dressing, this salad is both nutritious and delicious!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup bow tie pasta
- 1/4 cup radish, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender. Drain and rinse. |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, diced onion, thinly sliced radishes, and finely chopped celery. |
| 3 | In a blender, combine the sugar, water, vinegar, parsley, pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Blend until smooth and well-combined. |
| 4 | Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. |
| 5 | Cover the salad and refrigerate for 45 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. |
| 6 | Once chilled, give the salad a final toss before serving. Enjoy the refreshing flavors of this delightful Bow Tie Salad! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 72.2
- Fat Content: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 8mg
- Sodium Content: 156.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 7.6g
- Protein Content: 1.7g
Dietary Information:
- Category: Low Protein
- Keywords: Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Tips:
- For added crunch and flavor, toss in some toasted nuts or seeds before serving.
- Customize this salad by adding your favorite veggies like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or cucumber.
- Make it a complete meal by adding grilled tofu, chicken, or shrimp on top.
- This salad tastes even better the next day, making it a perfect make-ahead option for picnics or potlucks.
