Cucumber Bow Tie Salad
Cucumber Bow Tie Salad is a refreshing, colorful dish that's perfect for warm-weather meals or as a light side for any occasion. This pasta salad combines tender bow tie pasta with crisp English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing infused with fresh dill, olive oil, and a hint of lemon. A sprinkle of optional crumbled feta adds a tangy depth to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and vibrant recipe is an ideal choice for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled for a cool, satisfying salad that will become a new favorite. Explore the perfect balance of textures and flavors with this easy-to-make dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, wash and slice the English cucumber into thin half-moons. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion. If using fresh dill, finely mince it. Set these ingredients aside.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and dill. If desired, crumble the feta cheese and add it on top.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled.
Optional: Garnish with additional dill or feta before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.4 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3814 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.2 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.0 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 929 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1368 mg | 29% | |
*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.
