This fruity pasta salad with herbs is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. With a mix of fresh fruits, pasta, and a tangy herb dressing, it's a refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fruits and herbs adds a unique twist to a traditional pasta salad, making it a delightful and palate-pleasing salad option. It's easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of bowtie pasta
- 1 cup of grapes (halved)
- 1 cup of strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup of blueberries
- 1 cup of diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Directions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, diced pineapple, and the chopped fresh herbs (basil, mint, cilantro, and parsley).
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and fruit mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the fruity pasta salad chilled and enjoy!
