Fresh vegetables, vibrant herbs, and savory garlic oil bring this delicious pasta salad to life. Our Green Bean & Farfalle Salad featuring Lesley Elizabeth Ultimate Garlic Seasoned Cooking Oil is a refreshing and bold dish that’s perfect for warm weather meals, potlucks, or as a wholesome vegetarian entrée.
Green Bean & Farfalle Salad with Garlic Cooking Oil
This Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad is packed with bright, summery flavors. Featuring crisp green beans, juicy plum tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is tossed in our flavorful Ultimate Garlic Seasoned Cooking Oil for a bold and unforgettable bite.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice (farfalle recommended)
- ½ pound thin green beans, halved crosswise
- ¼ cup Lesley Elizabeth Ultimate Garlic Seasoned Cooking Oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chopped plum tomatoes
- ½ cup halved, pitted Kalamata olives
- ¾ cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook Pasta and Beans:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the green beans. Drain thoroughly.
2. Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes:
In a large skillet, heat the Ultimate Garlic Seasoned Cooking Oil over medium heat until hot. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
3. Combine & Serve:
Increase heat to medium-high and add chopped tomatoes and Kalamata olives. Cook for 2–3 minutes until tomatoes are warmed and slightly softened. Toss in the drained pasta and green beans. Stir in chopped basil and grated Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Optional Additions:
- Top with grilled or shredded chicken for extra protein.
- Serve alongside fresh-seared Ahi tuna for a gourmet twist.
- Chill and serve cold as a pasta salad for picnics and gatherings.
With bold Mediterranean flavor from our Ultimate Garlic Oil and fresh seasonal produce, this pasta salad is a fast and flavorful way to elevate your next meal.