Description
BLT Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious twist on the classic BLT sandwich, combining crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomatoes with al dente farfalle pasta. Tossed in a creamy dressing, this dish is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a quick weeknight meal. With its colorful ingredients and delightful textures, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re serving it at a potluck or enjoying it for lunch, this customizable salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked farfalle pasta
- 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes
- 4 slices crispy bacon (chopped)
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup Ranch dressing
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Ranch dressing, sour cream, mayonnaise, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl and toss gently to coat.
- Chill before serving or enjoy immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg