Description
Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings together the sweetness of corn, the crunch of crispy bacon, and the richness of a creamy pesto dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make salad can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course. In just 30 minutes, you can create a crowd-pleasing meal that’s ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or cozy family dinners. With its fresh ingredients and delightful textures, this pasta salad is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz orecchiette pasta
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a mason jar, combine basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lime juice; shake until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, corn, red bell pepper, and bacon. Toss with dressing and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg