Description
Indulge in a vibrant bowl of BLT Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that captures the essence of summer. This salad combines the savory crunch of crispy bacon, the sweetness of ripe cherry tomatoes, and crisp lettuce, all tossed with fusilli pasta and a creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will have your taste buds singing with joy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups romaine or butter lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, and chopped lettuce.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add crispy bacon and chives; give it one last gentle toss before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg