Best 5 Greek Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recipes

Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of Greece with a delightful culinary journey featuring a refreshing Greek bow-tie pasta salad. This vibrant dish combines the essence of Mediterranean flavors with the playful shape of farfalle pasta, also known as bow-tie pasta. Discover a symphony of tastes and textures as you bite into the tender pasta, crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and a sprinkle of flavorful feta cheese. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable salad, ensuring a delightful experience for your taste buds.

But that's not all; this article offers a collection of additional mouthwatering recipes that will tantalize your senses. Embark on a culinary exploration of Greek cuisine with recipes ranging from traditional favorites to innovative twists on classic dishes. Indulge in the flavors of pastitsio, a hearty baked pasta dish layered with ground beef, béchamel sauce, and cheese. Experience the aromatic delight of moussaka, a savory casserole featuring layers of eggplant, potatoes, ground meat, and a creamy sauce. Satisfy your sweet cravings with the irresistible galaktoboureko, a phyllo pastry filled with a creamy custard filling.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to capture the authentic essence of Greek cuisine while offering accessible instructions for home cooks of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes will guide you in creating dishes that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Greece.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LIGHT AND EASY BOW TIE PASTA SALAD RECIPE

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A light, refreshing and easy pasta salad, perfect for summer picnics and outings. This lemon basil pasta salad recipe is always a crowd pleaser!

Provided by Julie Blanner

Categories Appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

16 ounces pasta
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
5 ounces feta (crumbled)
1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
6 leaves basil ( sliced thin)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

In a large pot of boiling water, prepare pasta until al dente.
In a small mixing bowl or jar whisk or shake lemon juice, olive oil, mustard and minced garlic until well combined.
Drain bow tie pasta and rinse with cold water to shock the noodles.
In a large serving bowl, toss drained pasta with dressing, feta, cherry tomatoes and basil.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Refrigerate until serving (recommend 2+ hours to allow the pasta salad dressing to marinate the bowtie pasta).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 167 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD

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My aunt and mom created this recipe. It is a family favorite and a great item to bring to picnics and potlucks.

Provided by Alley

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
1 (10 ounce) basket cherry or grape tomatoes
1 bunch green onions, sliced
½ cup chopped celery
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
2 cups creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
Quickly rinse the cooked pasta in cold water to stop it from continuing to cook; drain.
Mix the cooled pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, sliced green onions, celery, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in a large bowl.
Gently stir the salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, sugar, basil, and salt in a bowl until evenly mixed.
Pour the salad dressing mixture over the pasta mixture; gently toss to coat evenly.
Refrigerate 3 hours to overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 484 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

GREEK BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

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Make and share this Greek Bow Tie Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories Greek

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb bow tie pasta, uncooked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb chicken, breast chopped in slivers
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1 (14 ounce) can marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons parsley, fresh chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 cup button mushroom
1/2 cup oil-and-vinegar dressing
1/4 black olives, pitted chopped, Greek ones if you have them
1 cucumber, peeled and grated

Steps:

Cook pasta to al dente; drain.
Heat olive oil; cook chicken and garlic (you can use my Greek seasoning mix on the chicken).
Add to pasta.
Add red onions, artichoke hearts with the liquid, tomato, feta cheese, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, button mushrooms, oil and vinegar dressing, olives, and cucumber.
Season to taste; you may need additional vinaigrette dressing.

GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

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Bring home a little bit of the Mediterranean with our Greek-Style Pasta Salad recipe. With spinach, feta, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas and a zesty vinaigrette, Greek-Style Pasta Salad has all the Greek island flavor you'd expect. Plus, Greek-Style Pasta Salad only takes 20 minutes to make!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Healthy Living Dinner Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups farfalle (bow-tie pasta), uncooked
2 cups tightly packed baby spinach leaves
1 cup KRAFT Natural Feta Cheese Crumbles
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
1/2 cup ATHENOS Greek Vinaigrette Dressing with Real ATHENOS Feta Cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain.
Place pasta in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

GREEK-STYLE TUNA AND BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

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This salad is delicious, and great to take in a container for a brown bag office lunch! The tuna can be replaced with cooked chicken breast. Plan ahead this needs to chill for a minimum of 5 hours or overnight.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Tuna

Time 5h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 ounces dried bow tie pasta
1 cucumber, quartered lengthwise, seeded and cut into about 1/2-inch slices
1 cup red onion, chopped (or to taste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lemon juice (can add in more to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1 (6 ounce) can chunky solid white tuna
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese (or to taste)
10 cherry tomatoes (or to taste, cut in half, or can leave whole, can use 1 large firm ripe tomato, chopped in place of)
3/4 cup sliced black kalamata olive (or to taste or use sliced drained canned olives)

Steps:

Cook the bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until JUST firm-tender; drain and rinse with cold water, then transfer to a large bowl and toss with 2-3 tablespoon oil.
Add in the tuna, feta cheese, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes and olives; toss to combine.
To make the dressing; mix/whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder (if using) Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; toss to coat well.
Cover and chill for a minimum of 5 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.4, Fat 47.3, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 89.4, Sodium 1031.3, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 25.9

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked bow-tie pasta.
For a vegetarian version, omit the feta cheese.
To make the salad ahead of time, cook the pasta and vegetables according to the recipe, then let them cool completely. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Dress the salad just before serving.
For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and zucchini.
Add some protein to the salad by adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
For a tangy dressing, use a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and herbs.
Serve the salad as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Greek bow-tie pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy meal, give this Greek bow-tie pasta salad a try.