Description
Kitchen Sink Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to weeknight dinners. This versatile salad combines a medley of fresh vegetables, protein-packed chicken sausage, and al dente bow-tie pasta, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also customizable based on what you have on hand, making it an ideal option for meal prep. The delightful combination of textures and tastes is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bow-tie pasta
- 13 ounces chicken sausage, diced
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced
- 13.75 ounces quartered artichokes, drained
- 3.8 ounces sliced black olives, drained
- 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook the bow-tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Immediately drain and shock in ice water to stop cooking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the diced chicken sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, dried basil, and minced garlic. Stir in the diced onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken sausage, artichokes, olives, bell pepper, grape tomatoes, and parmesan cheese. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg