BLT Pasta Salad
The classic BLT sandwich transformed into a loaded pasta salad! The dressing is made from blended sun-dried tomatoes to make this extra flavorful and perfect for Summer parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 box tricolor rotini pasta
1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
3/4 cup diced asiago cheese
6–7 slices of bacon
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
For the dressing
3/4 cup mayo
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cloves of garlic
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Instructions
1. Cook the bacon strips until well done and crispy, allow to cool then chop into bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the pasta according to box directions, then strain and run the noodles under cold water. Add to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
3. Meanwhile to make the dressing, add to a blending device the fresh garlic, mayo, sour cream, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red wine vinegar. Make sure the tomatoes have very little residual oil on them. Blend until smooth. You’ll see some specs and a few pieces of sun-dried tomatoes and that’s OK!
4. Once the noodles are cool, add the cheese, tomatoes, and bacon and stir. Add the dressing and stir so everything is well coated. Just before serving, add the chopped lettuce.
In the post above I’ve included some notes about making ahead and storing leftovers!
Notes
Don’t add the lettuce until you’re ready to serve! If you add it too soon it will become soggy.
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