BLT Pasta Salad

Pasta salad is one of my favorite side dishes and this BLT Pasta Salad is amazing. I could make a meal out of just this because it is so flavorful and delicious.

This is definitely a must try easy salad recipe. Another easy and delicious side dish we love is this easy baked beans recipe. 

Why We Love This Recipe

If you love a classic BLT Sandwich then you will love this BLT Pasta Salad. The BLT Pasta Salad Ingredients are simple which also makes it so frugal. I can make a huge batch of this for a cookout or a potluck for very little.

You love the way this pasta taste and it is always a crowd favorite. See more 25 Best Farfalle Recipes.

Ingredients

• Ranch Dressing – If you are out, make Homemade Ranch Dressing.

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Variations Ideas

• Salad Dressing Ingredients – You can substitute a portion of they mayo with sour cream. We have even squeezed fresh lemon juice for added flavor. Add in fresh herbs or other spices such as onion powder or garlic powder for added flavor.
• Crispy Bacon – Try using turkey bacon in the recipe.
• Pasta – Any type of pasta will work in this BLT pasta salad recipe.
• Vegetables – Feel free to add any veggies you like. We have added in arugula, baby spinach and chopped broccoli. We have even added diced avocado.

How to Make BLT Pasta Salad

• Step 1 – Whisk together mayonnaise and ranch dressing.
• Step 2 – In a large bowl assemble the drained pasta, grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, cheese, red onion, lettuce and bacon.

• Step 3 – Pour the dressing over and toss to combine.

• Step 4 – Garnish with parsley and serve.

Recipe Tips

• Prepare Veggies – To easily chop onions, romaine lettuce and other veggies, use a small food chopper or food processor to quickly and easily chop the vegetables in bite size pieces. I usually just chop the entire vegetable and freeze what I don’t need. Learn and  how to freeze onions and also how to freeze peppers to save so much time in the kitchen.
• Combining Ingredients – Combine the dressing in a separate bowl. After combining the pasta and other salad ingredients toss with the dressing. For the best flavor make sure that everything is combined.
• Cook Farfalle Pasta – Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package instructions. You want the pasta to be al dente so make sure to not overcook it.
• Bacon – For the best flavor, cook bacon in a large skillet to get extra crispy. But you can also use already cook bacon or cook bacon ahead of time.

Serving Ideas

We think it is the perfect side dish to go along side Grilled hot dogs and Air Fryer Hamburgers Recipe. It is also so tasty with this Easy Grilled Chicken Kabob Recipe or Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken.

This pasta salad goes with just about anything. I can literally just eat a bowl of it alone and be satisfied. We love to serve in a clear bowl so you can see all of the pretty colors from the tomatoes and other ingredients.

The pasta salad is gorgeous in a glass bowl or even a trifle dish is pretty.