Irresistibly Delicious BLT Pasta Salad
A comforting twist on a classic summer dish, this BLT Pasta Salad combines smoky bacon, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crisp romaine lettuce in a creamy dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, bacon, and romaine lettuce.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a make-ahead option, prepare the pasta a day before and add the dressing just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/blt-pasta-salad/
