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Broccoli Bowtie Pasta Salad
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4.50 from 54 votes

Broccoli Bowtie Pasta Salad

Farfalle pasta is tossed in a sweet and tangy mayonnaise dressing with broccoli, grapes, bacon and chopped pecans in this unique and tasty salad.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces farfalle bow-tie pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli floretes chopped small
  • 2 cups seedless red grapes halved
  • 1 cup chopped pecans toasted
  • 6 cooked bacon slices crumbled

Instructions

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, red onion, vinegar and salt in a large bowl.
  • Add broccoli, pasta, and grapes, and stir to coat. Cover and chill 3 hours. Stir bacon and pecans into salad just before serving.