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Perfect BLT Pasta Salad:

Perfect BLT Pasta Salad: Your Go-To Summer Side Delight

Enjoy the Perfect BLT Pasta Salad—your ideal summer side, featuring crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy lettuce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini or Farfalle Pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 1 lb Bacon Cooked and crumbled.
  • 4 cups Shredded Lettuce Spinach or arugula can be used.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 0.25 cup Sour Cream For creaminess and tang.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Optional Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Omit for a lighter dish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, cook until al dente for 8-10 minutes, drain, and rinse under cold water.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add cooled pasta to the dressing, fold in tomatoes, lettuce, and bacon, toss until well-coated.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning; stir in cheese if using.
  5. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Stir salad before serving and scoop into bowls or a large serving dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Craft this refreshing pasta salad with in-season tomatoes and enjoy its vibrant colors and flavors perfect for summer gatherings.

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