Description
BLT Pasta Salad is a delightful twist on the classic bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich, transformed into a creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make salad combines crispy bacon, fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and farfalle pasta, all tossed together in a rich Ranch dressing that enhances every bite. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, attending a potluck, or craving a quick meal, this versatile salad is sure to impress your guests. Customize it with optional ingredients like avocado or cheese to tailor it to your taste. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 lb. Farfalle pasta
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
- Optional: avocado and cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together milk, sour cream, and Ranch seasoning in a large bowl. Refrigerate until needed.
- Boil salted water and cook Farfalle pasta per package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool with olive oil.
- Fry bacon in a skillet until crispy. Cool and chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with half of the prepared dressing.
- Add chopped lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, most of the bacon, BBQ sauce, and remaining dressing. Toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to three hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg