Delicious and Refreshing Fruity Pasta Salad with Herbs

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

1. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, diced pineapple, and the chopped fresh herbs (basil, mint, cilantro, and parsley).
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta and fruit mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the fruity pasta salad chilled and enjoy!

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