Description
BLT Pasta Salad is a delightful twist on the classic BLT sandwich, transforming familiar flavors into a refreshing pasta dish. With crispy turkey bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy romaine lettuce, this salad is bursting with vibrant tastes and textures. The creamy ranch dressing ties everything together beautifully, making it perfect for summer gatherings, BBQs, or a light lunch. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this pasta salad can be made ahead of time for stress-free serving. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a main course with added protein, BLT Pasta Salad is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
- 8 oz farfalle (bowtie) pasta
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups romaine lettuce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped turkey bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped romaine lettuce.
- Add ranch dressing, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including cucumbers or diced avocado. This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance for easier serving at gatherings. To make it vegan-friendly, substitute turkey bacon with plant-based bacon and use vegan dressing.