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Chloe

BLT Pasta Salad

blt pasta salad recipe made easy at home. All the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich tossed with tender pasta for a refreshing and satisfying salad. Ready in 3
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 lb short pasta (such as rotini or penne) uncooked
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tbsp fresh chives chopped
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and crumble once cool.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking; let cool completely.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, tomatoes, and dressing. Toss gently until evenly coated. Fold in the chopped lettuce and chives just before serving to keep them crisp.