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BLT Pasta Salad Recipe

This BLT pasta salad recipe features spiral macaroni, fresh tomatoes, crispy lettuce and savory bacon tossed in a creamy, flavorful dressing. It'll be the best summer side dish at your next barbecue or potluck.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 16

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Ingredients

For the dressing:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or unsweetened plain yogurt
  • 2 - 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the salad:
  • 1 16- ounce package spiral macaroni
  • 1 1/2 cups quartered grape tomatoes
  • 1 2.5- ounce package crumbled bacon pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/3 cup finely diced red onion

Instructions

  • Prepare macaroni according to package directions for al dente in a large pot of boiling salted water. When cooked, drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients, adding the vinegar to taste. Add salad ingredients and stir to coat evenly. Serve immediately
  • If you’re making this salad ahead of time, leave out the lettuce until just before serving. If salad seems dry when serving, add a tablespoon or two extra mayonnaise or vegan sour cream and stir to combine.

Notes

Add the lettuce before serving to keep it crispy!

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal Carbohydrates: 24g Protein: 6g Fat: 10g Saturated Fat: 3g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g Monounsaturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 0.01g Cholesterol: 16mg Sodium: 292mg Potassium: 129mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 2g Vitamin A: 550IU Vitamin C: 2mg Calcium: 18mg Iron: 1mg