Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2.5 cup

bow tie pasta

dried

2 cup

cantaloupe

chunks

1 cup

honeydew

chunks

0.75 cup

fontina cheese

cubed

1 cup

swiss cheese

cubed

0.33 cup

poppy seed salad dressing

2 cup

watercress

stems removed

Step 1
~3 min

Cook bow tie pasta according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain the cooked pasta.

Step 3
~3 min

Rinse the pasta with cold water.

Step 4
~3 min

Drain the pasta again thoroughly.

Step 5
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cantaloupe chunks, and fontina cheese cubes.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour poppy seed salad dressing over the pasta mixture.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 7
~3 min

Gently toss the ingredients to coat evenly with the dressing.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 8
~3 min

Optionally, cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Step 9
~3 min

Before serving, stir in watercress to the pasta mixture.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense flavor, marinate the melon in the dressing for 30 minutes before adding other ingredients.

Add toasted nuts for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and chilled for up to 24 hours

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Grilled Fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A modern American salad.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer picnics
Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Barbecue
Lunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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