Loaded Farfalle Pasta Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Gatherings
Loaded Farfalle Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that elevates any summer gathering. With its colorful medley of fresh vegetables, creamy yogurt dressing, and al dente farfalle pasta, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. It’s a versatile recipe, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients, making it perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home. Whip up this delightful salad in under 40 minutes and impress your guests with flavors that scream summer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces mini farfalle pasta
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chives
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot
- 2 cups tomatoes
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 cup charred corn kernels
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, red apple vinegar, chives, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with shallots, tomatoes, avocado, charred corn kernels, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for about 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg