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4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad

Delicious 4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad for Summer Fun

This 4th of July Creamy BLT Pasta Salad combines crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and creamy dressing in under 30 minutes—perfect for summer gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 16 ounces rotini pasta gluten-free option available
  • 8 slices bacon turkey bacon can be substituted
  • 2 cups fresh tomatoes diced
  • 2 cups lettuce add just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • ½ cup sour cream substitute with dairy-free yogurt if desired
  • ¼ cup milk or buttermilk to adjust the dressing's thickness
  • to taste bacon grease optional
  • to taste teaspoon salt for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a skillet, cook the 8 slices of bacon over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels, cool, and crumble.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, ½ cup of sour cream, and ¼ cup of milk or buttermilk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, and 2 cups of diced tomatoes. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  6. Just before serving, fold in 2 cups of finely chopped lettuce and serve in a large bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

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

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