Best 6 Bow Ties With Arugula Olives Bulgur And Tomato Wedges Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our featured dish: Bow Ties with Arugula, Olives, Bulgur, and Tomato Wedges. This tantalizing pasta salad combines the nutty heartiness of whole-wheat bow tie pasta, the zesty bite of arugula, the savory richness of Kalamata olives, the chewy goodness of bulgur, and the juicy sweetness of fresh tomato wedges. Drizzled with a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, this dish is a perfect balance of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Accompanying this main recipe are two equally enticing variations: a vibrant Springtime Pasta Salad, bursting with the flavors of fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, and a hearty Lentil Salad with Feta and Mint, offering a delightful combination of protein-packed lentils, tangy feta cheese, refreshing mint, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Each of these recipes promises a unique culinary journey, catering to diverse tastes and preferences.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BOW TIES WITH ARUGULA, OLIVES, BULGUR AND TOMATO WEDGES



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup mixed olives, pitted and roughly chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
4 ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into thick wedges
Black pepper
1/4 cup bulgur
8 ounces whole wheat bow-tie or other cut pasta
3 cups torn arugula leaves
1/2 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it. Put oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When hot, add onion and garlic and cook, stirring until softens, about 5 minutes. Stir in olives, then add lemon juice and tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook until tomatoes are just heated through. Turn off heat.
  • When water comes to a boil, add bulgur. Let water return to a boil, then add pasta. Cook bow ties until tender but not mushy (start tasting after 5 minutes). Reserve some cooking water, then drain in a strainer to trap grains with pasta.
  • Toss pasta and bulgur with tomato mixture, adding some cooking water if needed. Stir in arugula and almonds, taste and adjust seasoning. Let rest for up to 15 minutes. Stir again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 480, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 682 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MATT'S BOW TIE ARUGULA TOMATO SALAD



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Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb. farfalle, (bow tie) pasta, cooked, drained, rinsed. Don't overcook
3 c. torn, stemmed arugula
1/2 c. chop basil
2 large tomatoes cut in 1/2 inch dice
1 t. grated lemon zest
3 T. olive oil
1 T. fresh lemon juice
2 t. Kosher salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place pasta in large bowl. Add rest of ingredients and toss. Serve at room temp.

ITALIAN VEGETABLE AND ASIAGO BOW-TIES



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"When in Rome..." Or even when you're not, enjoy a flavorful Italian veggie-pasta dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked farfalle (bow-tie) pasta (6 ounces)
1/2 cup water
4 ounces green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
6 ounces whole mushrooms, cut into fourths (2 cups)
1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise into eighths, then into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/4-inch wedges
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/2 cup shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat water to boiling. Add beans; boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 2 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; set aside.
  • In same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, zucchini, onion, garlic, oregano and salt in oil about 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes and beans; heat until hot. Serve vegetable mixture over pasta. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg

BOW TIES WITH ARUGULA, OLIVES, BULGUR AND TOMATO



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Delicous, vegan and good for your health! I'm making more progress moving from vegetarian to vegan, in part because we have new vegan restaurants opening around us. This recipe comes from the NY Times. You can substitute couscous for the bulgur if you can't find bulgur. It might take a bit less time to cook.

Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup mixed olive, pitted and roughly chopped
1 lemon, juice of
4 ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into thick wedges
black pepper
1/4 cup bulgur
8 ounces whole wheat bow tie pasta or 8 ounces other cut pasta
3 cups torn arugula leaves
1/2 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt. Put oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When hot, add onion and garlic and cook, stirring until softens, about 5 minutes. Stir in olives then add lemon juice and tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook until tomatoes are just heated through. Turn off heat.
  • When water comes to a boil, add bulgur. Let water return to a boil, then add pasta. Cook pasta until tender but not mushy. Reserve some cooking water, then drain in a strainer to trap grains with pasta.
  • Toss pasta and bulgur with tomatoe mixture, adding some cooking water if needed. Stir in arugula and almonds, taste and adjust seasoning. Let rest for up to 15 minutes. Stir again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.8, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 323, Carbohydrate 63.4, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 15.1

BULGUR AND BOW TIES WITH MUSHROOMS AND BEEF



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces whole onion or 7 ounces ready-cut onion (1 2/3 cups)
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup bulgur
8 ounces extra lean beef
6 ounces white mushrooms or assorted wild mushrooms
2 cups bow-tie noodles
2 tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste
1/2 cup no-salt-added chicken stock
1/4 cup dry red wine
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil for noodles in covered pot.
  • Chop whole onion; saute in very hot oil in nonstick pan until the onions begin to brown.
  • Mince garlic and add to onion.
  • Combine bulgur with 1 cup water and cook over high heat until water boils; cover and cook at a high simmer until water has been absorbed and bulgur is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Grind beef and stir into onion, breaking up beef and cooking until it browns.
  • Meanwhile, wash, trim, dry and slice mushrooms; add to onions.
  • Cook bow-tie noodles according to package directions.
  • Add tomato paste, chicken stock and wine to beef mixture. Cook over very low heat while preparing the rest of the meal. Drain noodles, and if there is any liquid left in bulgur, drain. Stir bulgur and bow-ties into beef. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 555, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 414 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BOW-TIES WITH CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS



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Looking for a delicious skillet dinner? Then check out this asparagus, chicken and bow-tie pasta ready in 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (8 oz)
1 lb fresh asparagus spears
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Salt, if desired
1/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, break off tough ends of asparagus as far down as stalks snap easily. Wash asparagus; cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in asparagus, mushrooms and garlic. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center and vegetables are tender.
  • In small bowl, gradually stir broth into cornstarch. Stir in onions and basil. Stir cornstarch mixture into chicken mixture. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Season with salt. Toss with pasta. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Prep Work: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are prepped and measured. Pre-cook the bulgur and let it cool for a refreshing touch in the final dish.
  • Balanced Flavors: Use a mix of robust and delicate ingredients. The tangy arugula, salty olives, and juicy tomatoes contrast the subtle bulgur and creamy cheese, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors.
  • Quality Ingredients: Opt for high-quality ingredients to elevate the dish. Fresh herbs, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful olives make a significant difference in the overall taste.
  • Texture Contrast: Play with different textures for a more engaging eating experience. The chewy bow-tie pasta, crunchy bulgur, and soft cheese provide a delightful interplay of textures.
  • Fresh Herbs: Don't skimp on fresh herbs like arugula and basil. Their vibrant flavors add a refreshing touch and enhance the overall aroma of the dish.

Conclusion:

Bow ties with arugula, olives, bulgur, and tomato wedges offer a delightful combination of flavors, textures, and colors. The tangy arugula, salty olives, and juicy tomatoes contrast the subtle bulgur and creamy cheese, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. The chewy bow-tie pasta and crunchy bulgur add contrasting textures, making each bite a delightful experience. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this dish is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish. Serve it warm or chilled, and enjoy the symphony of flavors in every bite!

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