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Quick Creamy BLT Pasta Salad with Ranch

A serving of creamy blt pasta salad with fusilli pasta, tomatoes, lettuce, and topped with crispy bacon.
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Make this easy BLT Pasta Salad featuring crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy lettuce tossed in a creamy ranch dressing. It is a perfect cold pasta salad side dish for summer gatherings, BBQs, or quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini or bowtie pasta
  • 1 pound bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain the bacon on paper towels and crumble it.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ranch dressing, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, halved tomatoes, and chopped romaine lettuce.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, if using.
  6. Gently toss all ingredients until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  7. Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

Notes

  • For best texture, add the chopped lettuce just before serving, as it can wilt if mixed in too early.
  • You can substitute the ranch dressing with a balsamic vinaigrette for a non-creamy, tangy version.
  • This cold pasta salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to three days, making it a great make ahead potluck recipe.

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