Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing
20 min.
4
307kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta game with a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s both satisfying and healthy? Look no further than our Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing! This delightful vegetarian creation combines the delightful shapes of farfalle pasta with the vibrant freshness of grape tomatoes and the sweetness of green grapes, making it a visually stunning dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the harmonious blend of flavors. The creamy, tangy crumbled feta cheese adds a rich depth, while fresh basil provides a fragrant herbaceous note that will transport you to warmer climes. A simple yet zesty balsamic dressing, comprised of Dijon mustard, garlic, and capers, brings everything together, making each bite a celebration of taste!

Not only is this dish easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, but it also serves beautifully as a side dish for a summer barbecue or as a light main course for lunch. With each serving clocking in at just 307 calories, you can indulge in this hearty meal without the guilt. So, unleash your inner chef and bring a burst of color and flavor to your plate with this scrumptious Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon bottled garlic minced
  • teaspoons capers 
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • ounces farfalle pasta uncooked (bow tie pasta)
  • ounce feta crumbled reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  • cups grape tomatoes halved
  • cup grapes green seedless halved
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots chopped
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Drain.
  3. Combine cooked pasta, tomatoes, grapes, and basil in a large bowl.
  4. While pasta cooks, combine vinegar and next 6 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add oil to vinegar mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over pasta mixture; toss well to coat.
  6. Add cheese; toss to combine.
  7. Combine 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1 pound trimmed asparagus.
  8. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  9. Add asparagus to pan; cook 5 minutes or until tender, turning once.

Nutrition Facts

Calories307kcal
Protein16.52%
Fat24.4%
Carbs59.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.5
Glycemic Load
17.49
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.132608631383%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
1.38mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
2.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:306.67kcal
15.33%
Fat:8.47g
13.03%
Saturated Fat:2.74g
17.15%
Carbohydrates:46.17g
15.39%
Net Carbohydrates:43.25g
15.73%
Sugar:11.58g
12.87%
Cholesterol:15.19mg
5.06%
Sodium:595.01mg
25.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.9g
25.81%
Selenium:27.51µg
39.3%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.14%
Vitamin K:22.67µg
21.59%
Vitamin A:754.21IU
15.08%
Vitamin C:12.42mg
15.05%
Copper:0.24mg
11.87%
Fiber:2.92g
11.67%
Phosphorus:114.04mg
11.4%
Potassium:381.6mg
10.9%
Magnesium:37.97mg
9.49%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.1%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.53%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.63%
Iron:1.16mg
6.42%
Vitamin B3:1.28mg
6.42%
Folate:23µg
5.75%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.44%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.22%
Calcium:30.8mg
3.08%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.97%
Source:My Recipes