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BLT Pasta Salad

Irresistible BLT Pasta Salad Recipe with 6 Pro Tips

A fresh and flavorful pasta salad featuring crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce, inspired by the classic BLT sandwich.

  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add cooled pasta, bacon, tomatoes, and lettuce to the bowl.
  4. Toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
  • Add avocado for creaminess.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: BLT pasta salad, bacon lettuce tomato pasta, easy pasta salad