Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this BLT Pasta Salad, a refreshing twist on the classic sandwich. Combining crispy bacon, fresh romaine lettuce, and juicy tomatoes, this dish is tossed in a creamy Ranch dressing that elevates every bite. Perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or potlucks, it’s quick to prepare and serves up to 10 people. Customize it with optional ingredients like avocado and cheese to make it your own. Whether enjoyed as a main dish or a side, this crowd-pleaser is bound to become a favorite at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Farfalle pasta
- 12 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
- Optional: Avocado, cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together milk, sour cream, and Ranch seasoning in a measuring cup. Refrigerate.
- Cook Farfalle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool.
- Fry bacon until crispy; chop once cooled.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pasta with half of the dressing.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, onions, 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: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying/Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg