Best 4 Bow Ties With Pesto Feta And Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Bow Ties with Pesto, Feta, and Cherry Tomatoes recipe. This delightful dish combines the vibrant flavors of fresh basil pesto, tangy feta cheese, and sweet cherry tomatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared with our homemade pesto recipe, this pasta dish offers a burst of aromatic and herbaceous notes, complemented by the creamy richness of feta cheese. Succulent cherry tomatoes add a delightful sweetness and juicy texture, creating a delightful contrast to the savory pesto and tangy feta.

In addition to our main recipe, we also offer a variety of alternative pasta recipes that cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. Explore our gluten-free version, crafted with quinoa or brown rice pasta, providing a nutritious and equally delicious option. For those who prefer a vegetarian delight, our vegetable-packed recipe incorporates a medley of colorful vegetables, transforming this dish into a vibrant and wholesome meal. And for those seeking a creamy and indulgent experience, our creamy pesto pasta variation adds a velvety and luscious sauce, creating a rich and satisfying dish.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of flavors with our Bow Ties with Pesto, Feta, and Cherry Tomatoes recipe and its delicious variations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BOW TIES WITH PESTO, FETA AND CHERRY TOMATOES

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Quick and easy to make, this looks spectacular on the table.

Provided by promfh

Categories Other

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound bow tie pasta (farfalle)
3/4 cup Pesto recipe follows
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Kosher salt to taste
Black pepper fresh ground
Extra virgin olive oil as required
5 handfuls Basil leaves about 2 bunches
1/2 cup Pine nuts or 3/4 C walnuts
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1 small Lemon juice of
2 cloves Garlic peeled
20 grinds Black pepper
3/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Stir in the bow ties and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and run it under cold water just until it stops steaming. Bounce the pasta around to get rid of as much water as you can. Dump the pasta into a large serving bowl. Stir in the pesto until the pasta is coated. Toss in the cherry tomatoes and the crumbled feta. Taste the salad and season it as you like with salt and pepper. You can make the salad up to about 1 hour before you serve it. Check out the salt and pepper just before you serve the salad. If it's looking a little dry, add some olive oil and stir it around. Pesto: Place all Pesto ingredients with 1/2 cup of the oil in a blender and blend. Gradually drizzle in the remaining 1/4 cup of oil until pesto is thick and smooth. Yield: about 1 1/2 cups

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970 calories, Fat 66.4443025 g, Carbohydrate 72.274465 g, Cholesterol 126.135 mg, Fiber 3.00799999138713 g, Protein 26.3445625 g, SaturatedFat 14.5928325 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (326g), Sodium 683.7965 mg, Sugar 69.2664650086129 g, TransFat 4.47526250000001 g

CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN AND BOW TIES

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On-hand ingredients like cream of chicken soup, pasta and prepared pesto sauce combine with chicken to make a mouthwatering dinner that's on the table in 40 minutes.

Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/2 cup milk
1/2 of a 1-pound package farfalle pasta (about 3 cups), cooked and drained

Steps:

Heat the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until well browned, stirring often.
Stir the soup, pesto sauce and milk in the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the pasta and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH PESTO, FETA & CHERRY TOMATOES

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This is a delicious summertime recipe. You can make the salad up to about 1 hour before you serve it. If the salad looks a little dry, add a little olive oil before serving.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb bow tie pasta (Farfalle)
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
olive oil, as needed
2 bunches basil leaves
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 small lemon, juice of
2 garlic cloves, peeled
kosher salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

For the pesto, place all ingredients with ½ cup of the oil in a blender and blend.
Gradually drizzle in the remaining ¼ cup of oil until pesto is thick and smooth.
This will make about 1 1/2 cups pesto.
For the pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Stir in the bow ties and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10 minutes.
Drain the pasta and run it under cold water just until it stops steaming.
Bounce the pasta around to get rid of as much water as you can.
Dump the pasta into a large serving bowl.
Stir in the pesto until the pasta is coated.
Toss in the cherry tomatoes and the crumbled feta.
Taste the salad and season it as you like with salt and pepper.
You can make the salad up to about 1 hour before you serve it.
If the salad looks a little dry, add some olive oil prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1078.2, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 140.1, Sodium 637.5, Carbohydrate 89.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 29.4

BOW TIE PASTA WITH FETA, PINE NUTS AND TOMATOES

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This is easy, light and delicious! I served it with sauteed spinch with al ittle garlic and lemon. Wonderful!

Provided by susie cooks

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb bow tie pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Heat water and cook pasta according to package directions.
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet, over medium heat.
Add garlic and saute, but do not let brown.
Add toasted pine nuts.
Add spices and stir.
Add tomatoes and olives and saute for about 3 minutes, until heated through and softened.
Pour sauce over pasta and top with Feta cheese.
Cover for a minute so cheese and flavors meld.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
Don't overcook the pasta. Cook it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
Use a good quality pesto. If you can, make your own pesto using fresh basil, olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
Use a variety of cherry tomatoes. This will add color and flavor to your dish.
Don't be afraid to experiment. Add other ingredients to your dish, such as grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or crumbled bacon.

Conclusion:

Bow ties with pesto, feta, and cherry tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pesto. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.