BLT Pasta Salad Recipe
A refreshing twist on the classic BLT sandwich, this pasta salad combines crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and a creamy dressing, making it perfect for potlucks or casual dinners.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Bowtie pasta
- 1 pint Grape tomatoes
- 2 cups Fresh spinach (packed)
- ¼ Red onion Finely diced
- ¾ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
- 8 oz Beef Bacon Cook until crispy for that satisfying crunch.
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it turns brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool.
- Chop or crumble the cooled bacon into smaller pieces.
- In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, ranch dressing, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set the dressing aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- Add the pasta and cook until tender, about 7-8 minutes. Drain in a colander, rinse briefly with cool water, and let it drain very well.
- Slice the grape tomatoes in half, finely dice the red onion, and roughly chop the spinach while the pasta cooks and drains.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with spinach, tomatoes, onions, and dressing. Stir until evenly combined.
- Allow the pasta to sit for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld, then stir once more and serve.
Notes
- For extra crunchy bacon, cook it slowly over medium heat.
- Let the dressing sit for a few minutes before mixing for enhanced flavor.
- Chill the salad for a couple of hours for better flavor melding.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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