BLT Pasta Salad

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Introduction

Did you know that 78% of Americans consider pasta salad a summer essential, yet only 23% have tried reinventing classic sandwich flavors into their pasta dishes? BLT Pasta Salad captures the beloved flavors of a BLT sandwich in a refreshing pasta salad format. With bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and a creamy dressing, it’s a delicious summer side dish that brings together the nostalgia of America’s favorite sandwich with the convenience of a make-ahead pasta salad. This crowd-pleaser transforms the simple combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomato into something extraordinary that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients List for BLT Pasta Salad

• 8 oz rotini pasta (can substitute farfalle or penne)
• 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

BLT Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad captures the beloved flavors of a BLT sandwich in a refreshing pasta salad format. With bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and a creamy dressing, it's a delicious summer side dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 215 kcal

Equipment

• Large Pot
• Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  

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Pasta Salad Base

• 8 oz rotini pasta can substitute farfalle or penne
• 8 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
• 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped

Instructions

 

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• While pasta is cooking, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels then crumble.
• In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped romaine lettuce.
• Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
• Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

For best results, add the lettuce just before serving to keep it crisp. This salad can be made ahead of time without the lettuce - just add the fresh lettuce when ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 292mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 735IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Keyword BLT Pasta Salad, Bacon Lettuce Tomato, Pasta Salad, Summer Salad

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