Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of our BLT Pasta Salad, a delightful fusion of classic BLT sandwich flavors and farfalle pasta. This vibrant dish is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or casual dinners. With crispy bacon, crunchy lettuce, and juicy tomatoes, it offers a satisfying yet light option ideal for hot days. The creamy dressing brings everything together, making it a favorite among all ages. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, this salad can be served as a side or main dish. Customize it to suit your taste by adding extra veggies or opting for a mayo-free version. Enjoy the ease and flavor of this crowd-pleaser at your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked farfalle pasta
- 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 1 ½ cup chopped tomatoes
- 4 slices cooked 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 the farfalle pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, mix Ranch dressing, sour cream, mayonnaise, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar.
- Pour the dressing over the salad base and toss gently until coated.
- Chill before serving for enhanced flavors or serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg