BLT Pasta Salad Recipe: A Quick and Tasty Delight
A delightful dish that combines the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich with the fun of pasta, featuring crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and creamy dressing tossed with rotini pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes plus 30 minutes chilling time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup green onions
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the vegetables by halving the cherry tomatoes and chopping the romaine lettuce. If using, slice the green onions.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, and romaine lettuce. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
- Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Cook pasta until al dente to avoid mushiness.
- Use crispy bacon for the best texture.
- Adjust dressing ingredients to taste.
- Chill the salad for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: BLT Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe, Quick Salad, Easy Salad