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4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad

4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad to Wow Your Guests

A festive twist on a classic summer staple, this 4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad combines crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy lettuce in a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Cook until al dente.
For the Salad
  • 6 slices Bacon Can substitute with turkey bacon.
  • 2 cups Fresh Tomatoes Use ripe, garden-fresh tomatoes.
  • 2 cups Lettuce Add just before serving.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Consider using dairy-free yogurt.
  • 1/4 cup Milk/Buttermilk Use to adjust consistency.
  • 1 tsp Salt Salt your pasta water generously.
  • 1 tsp Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 medium Diced Avocado Perfect for an elevated twist.
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper or Hot Sauce For those who enjoy a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add the rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook bacon strips until crispy and golden brown for about 8-10 minutes. Remove and chop into pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini pasta, chopped bacon, and diced tomatoes. Stir gently to mix.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk/buttermilk. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until coated.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper into the salad, mixing well. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  6. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 20 minutes.
  7. Before serving, add the chopped lettuce and gently toss to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance. Just remember to add the lettuce before serving to keep it fresh.

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