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BLT-Pasta-Salad-Recipe

BLT Pasta Salad

Recipe Author: Kayla

This BLT Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of pasta, crispy bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh romaine. With a creamy dressing that’s simple to make, this dish shines for quick lunches or family dinners, satisfying any craving for comfort food.

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  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Cook Time 30 minutes
  • Yield 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Medium Pasta Noodles (Cavatappi)
  • 8 oz Bacon (cooked and chopped)
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes (cut in halves)
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce (chopped)
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 3 TBS Olive Oil
  • 2 TBS Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1.5 tsp Granulated Sugar (to taste)
  • 1.5 tsp Salt (to taste)
  • 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder (to taste)
  • 3/4 tsp Onion Powder (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (to taste)


Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta noodles in a large pot of boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the bacon by cooking and crumbling it, slice the cherry tomatoes, grate the parmesan cheese, and chop the romaine lettuce. Set everything aside.

Notes

For a lighter variation, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Feel free to add additional vegetables such as cucumbers or bell peppers for extra crunch.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.