BLT Pasta Salad

Tami Smith

Get ready to indulge in a salad that brings together the beloved elements of a BLT in a pasta form, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch! Bursting with flavor and texture, this salad is a perfect balance of freshness and indulgence!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 187 kcal

Equipment

Large Pot
Colander or strainer
Cutting Board
Knife
Mixing bowl
Salad tongs or spoon
Serving bowl

Ingredients

8 oz. whole grain penne pasta
2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup bacon bits
½ cup Bolthouse Farms Ranch
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the whole grain penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool the pasta down.
While the pasta cooks, chop your lettuce and half your cherry tomatoes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta, bacon bits, chopped Romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes.
Pour the Bolthouse Farms Ranch dressing over the ingredients. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the amount according to your preference.
Serve the BLT Pasta Salad as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch. Enjoy!

Notes

Notes or special instructions:

Feel free to customize your BLT Pasta Salad by adding additional ingredients such as crispy bacon crumbles, diced avocado, or sliced red onions for extra flavor and texture.

To make it a more substantial meal, you can add cooked and diced chicken breast or grilled shrimp.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. However, note that the lettuce may become wilted, so consider adding fresh lettuce before serving if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 8.2gFat: 4.2g