BLT Pasta Salad Recipe
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BLT Pasta Salad Recipe
Description
This BLT Pasta Salad Recipe is a layered medley of cooked, cooled rotini pasta mixed with crumbled crisp bacon, finely chopped red onion, cheddar cubes, romaine lettuce, avocado pieces, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley. The dressing brings ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, and sour cream together for a creamy, tangy coating that complements the hearty and fresh ingredients.
The contrast between the warm, tender pasta and the crispy bacon gives the salad a satisfying textural balance. The fresh vegetables and herbs contribute brightness and softness, while the sharp cheddar cheese adds a mellow richness. Prepared without prolonged chilling, this salad holds its texture well and serves quickly after mixing.
Serving this salad chilled or at room temperature makes it a versatile dish for casual lunches, potlucks, or picnics where a filling yet fresh pasta salad is welcome.
No specific storage or make-ahead instructions are provided, so best to prepare shortly before serving.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 ounce Ranch dressing mix dry, package, Hidden Valley
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Salad
- 16 ounce rotini pasta cooked, drained, and rinsed with cold water, box
- 1 pound Bacon cooked until crisp then crumbled
- 1/2 red onion peeled and diced
- 8 ounce cheddar cheese diced, block
- 2 cups romaine lettuce finely chopped
- 1-2 avocado peeled and chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomato halved
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing. Cover and refrigerate while you move on to the next steps.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the ingredients for the salad.
- Add the dressing and toss well. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 625 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 625kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 47g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16g | 94% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 739mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 346mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1184IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 165mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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