Description
BLT Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer dish that brings together the delightful flavors of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh romaine lettuce in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics or family gatherings, this vibrant salad is sure to impress your guests with its explosion of taste and texture. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it’s a dish that makes every gathering feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (about 6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled bacon. Pour the dressing over and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg