Bacon Corn Tomato Pasta Salad
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Salad, Snacks
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Cuisine
American, International, gluten-free
Bacon Corn Tomato Pasta Salad
Description
This Bacon Corn Tomato Pasta Salad features tender pasta tossed with crispy cooked bacon pieces, sweet grape tomatoes, fresh or frozen corn kernels, and peppery arugula leaves. White cheddar cubes add creamy, salty notes, while sliced green onions contribute a mild sharpness.
The dressing is a blend of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic, seasoned with salt and black pepper for balance. Drizzled over the salad and tossed thoroughly, it coats the ingredients lightly without overpowering them.
This salad is served chilled or at room temperature and works well as a side dish for picnics, barbecues, or casual meals. It stores well in the refrigerator for up to two days, allowing flavors to meld further.
Ingredients
For the pasta salad:
- 12 ounces pasta we use orecchiette
- 8 Bacon chopped, cooked, strips
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes cut in half
- 1 cup corn can use frozen corn, fresh sweet kernels
- 3 cups arugula
- 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese cubes
- 3 green onions chopped
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
For the dressing:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, make the dressing. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- When the pasta is done cooking, drain and rinse with cold water. Put the pasta in a large bowl. Add the chopped cooked bacon, tomatoes, corn, arugula, cheese, and green onions.
- Drizzle the dressing over the pasta salad and toss well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve.
- Note-the pasta salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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