Bow Ties with Tomatoes Feta and Balsamic Dressing
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and flavorful Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing recipe—a delightful medley of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients perfect for weeknights or entertaining. Tender bow tie pasta is tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy crumbled feta, and fragrant chopped basil, all dressed in a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with garlic. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 25 minutes and offers a perfect balance of fresh, zesty, and savory flavors. Serve it warm or at room temperature, with an optional sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a finishing touch. Perfect as a main course or a side dish, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 3 oz Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente (approximately 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and slightly cooled pasta with the cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped basil leaves.
Pour the balsamic dressing over the pasta mixture, and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.0 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 2284 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 65.9 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 882 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
