Bruschetta Pasta Salad

This easy bruschetta pasta salad combines juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic and Parmesan with bow tie pasta for a fresh, flavorful make-ahead side dish.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Chill 40

Total Time 50

Servings side servings

Calories 95kcal

Author Wanda Simone

Equipment

cutting board
knife
measuring cups and spoons
large bowl
large spoon
Large pot
colander

Ingredients

3 Roma tomatoes diced
1 small bunch fresh basil chopped (about ¼ cup)
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic clove minced
½ teaspoon oregano
8 ounces bow tie noodles
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add the tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic and oregano to a large bowl. Stir to combine.
3 Roma tomatoes, 1 small bunch fresh basil, 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 Tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic clove, ½ teaspoon oregano
Chill for at least 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the pasta to a pot of boiling water, cook according to the package until the noodles are tender.
8 ounces bow tie noodles
Drain into a colander and run under cold water for a few minutes until noodles are chilled.
Add the chilled noodles, Parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to the bowl.
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to taste
Toss to combine.
Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes (and up to 24 hours) before serving

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