Description
Discover the joy of summer with our refreshing BLT Pasta Salad recipe! This vibrant dish combines farfalle pasta with crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crispy turkey bacon, all drizzled with a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a satisfying main course, this salad captures the beloved flavors of a classic BLT in a delightful, easy-to-serve format. It’s quick to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it an ideal addition to any gathering. Enjoy all the freshness and flavor in one delicious bowl!
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked farfalle pasta
- 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 1 ½ cup chopped tomatoes
- 4 slices cooked turkey 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 farfalle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, turkey 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 mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider tossing in sunflower seeds or nuts. Customize your salad by adding grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. To make it mayo-free, simply adjust the dressing ingredients.