Romantic Love Bowtie Pasta Salad Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Looking for a delightful dish to impress your special someone this Valentine’s Day? This Love Bowtie Pasta Salad is the perfect choice! Bright, colorful, and full of flavor, it pairs beautifully with Valentine’s cookies for a complete romantic meal.

This pasta salad is not just about looks; it’s packed with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing that’ll make your taste buds sing. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner at home or a picnic under the stars, this salad is sure to bring a smile to your beloved’s face.

A Perfect Pasta Salad for Your Valentine’s Celebration

A colorful Love Bowtie Pasta Salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese, served in a romantic setting with Valentine

The Love Bowtie Pasta Salad is a vibrant mix of bowtie pasta, crisp vegetables, and savory dressing. It’s light, refreshing, and bursting with flavors that will remind you of love at first bite. Each forkful offers a delightful crunch and a medley of tastes that perfectly complement each other.

Ingredients

8 oz bowtie pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
1/4 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, and olives.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Chill and Serve: Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.