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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
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 215 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

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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