Description
BLT Pasta Salad is a deliciously refreshing twist on the classic BLT sandwich, transforming it into a creamy pasta salad that’s perfect for any occasion. With a delightful blend of turkey bacon, crisp romaine lettuce, and juicy grape tomatoes, this dish offers an irresistible flavor profile that appeals to all palates. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner, a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, or a light lunch option, BLT Pasta Salad has you covered. Its creamy dressing made from mayo and Greek yogurt enhances the taste without being overly heavy, making it a satisfying choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short cut pasta (cooked and cooled)
- 16 oz turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce (roughly chopped)
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes (chopped)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (finely chopped)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine mayo, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, chives, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta with crumbled turkey bacon, chopped romaine lettuce, and grape tomatoes.
- Mix Everything Together: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; stir until evenly coated.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg