Description
This BLT Pasta Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic sandwich, bringing together crispy bacon, fresh romaine lettuce, and juicy tomatoes in a delightful pasta dish. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners, this recipe combines the cherished flavors of a BLT with creamy ranch dressing and a hint of barbecue sauce. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser that can be served as a side or main dish. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for an even more personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups uncooked bow tie pasta
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 4 cooked bacon strips, chopped
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomato, and chopped bacon. Toss gently.
- Drizzle ranch dressing and barbecue sauce over the salad. Season with black pepper and toss again until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg