Pioneer Woman BLT Pasta Salad Recipe
Are you looking for a fresh, tasty meal? This Pioneer Woman BLT Pasta Salad Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces of bowtie pasta.
- 1 pound of crispy bacon.
- 2 cups of cherry tomatoes.
- 2 cups of chopped lettuce.
- 1/2 cup of red onion.
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise.
- 1/2 cup of sour cream.
- 2 tablespoons of white vinegar.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Fresh parsley for garnish.
Instructions
Boil the Pasta
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salty water. Follow the box directions for timing.
Drain and Cool
- Drain the pasta in a colander. Rinse it with cold water. Let it cool down completely.
Cook the Bacon
- Fry the bacon until it is crunchy. Place it on a paper towel. Crumble it into small pieces.
Chop the Vegetables
- Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Dice the red onion very small. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized bits.
Mix the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk mayo. Add sour cream and white vinegar. Stir until the mix is smooth.
Combine Everything
- Put pasta in a large bowl. Add the bacon, tomatoes, and onions. Pour the dressing over the top.
Toss the Salad
- Use a big spoon to mix. Ensure the dressing covers everything well.
Add the Lettuce
- Fold in the lettuce at the end. This keeps the leaves very crunchy.
Season and Serve
- Add salt and black pepper now. Top with fresh parsley. Serve it cold to your guests.
Notes
- Cook the bacon until very crisp.
- Use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes.
- Cool the pasta fully before mixing.
- Wait to add lettuce until serving.
- Add a splash of milk if dry.
- Use Ranch dressing for extra flavor.
- Season well with plenty of pepper.
- Chill the salad for one hour.
- Try using colorful tri-color pasta.