BLT Pasta Salad recipe

BLT Pasta Salad: The Ultimate Summer Vibe in a Bowl

Okay, so who doesn’t love a good pasta salad in the summer? It’s like the weather says, “Let’s chill and eat something fresh,” and I’m like, “YES PLEASE!” Seriously, if you’re looking for something that screams summer but is also super easy to whip up, you’re in the right place.

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

So, picture this: I’m in the grocery store, right? I’m over in the pasta aisle, grabbing some farfalle because, let’s be real, it’s the cutest pasta shape. It’s like little butterflies! 🦋 Then I’m hunting down Romaine lettuce—don’t get me started on soggy lettuce, ugh! You need that crisp crunch.

Tomatoes? Check! And I’m making a beeline for the turkey bacon. YUM. Oh, and don’t forget the red onion—adds a nice kick! Dressing? I’m going with a mix of ranch, sour cream, and mayo. You can totally ditch the mayo if you’re not into it, though. Just saying!

Ingredients:
– 2 cups uncooked farfalle pasta
– 4 cups chopped or torn Romaine lettuce
– 1 ½ cup chopped tomatoes
– 4 slices Turkey Bacon (cooked to crispy, chopped)
– ½ cup chopped red onion
– ¼ cup Ranch dressing
– ¼ cup sour cream
– ¼ cup mayonnaise
– ¼ tsp ground black pepper
– 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, let me spill the tea. So, I made this for a picnic last summer, and it was like the star of the show! Everyone was raving about it. I was just like, “This old thing?” while inside I was doing a happy dance. 😂 Now, every time it’s sunny, I feel like I HAVE to make it. It’s fresh, it’s creamy, and it’s like summer in a bowl! Plus, it’s super easy! Like, don’t even need to turn on the oven, and honestly, who wants to do that when it’s hot out? Ugh, not me!

(Another beautiful shot because we can’t get enough!)

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Here’s my secret: rinse the pasta with cold water after you cook it! Seriously, it stops the cooking process and keeps the pasta from getting mushy. You want that bite—al dente is the way to go! Trust me, this will take your salad game up a notch.

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

Alright, listen up, amigos. Don’t you dare skip the chilling step! It’s important. I mean, I’ve been there—serving it warm and being all like, “Why does it taste off?” Because it’s not cold and refreshing! Another tip? Go heavy on the bacon. Always. It’s a BLT salad after all! Oh, and chop everything into bite-sized pieces. No one wants to wrestle with a giant leaf of lettuce while trying to eat.

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

Okay, so if you somehow have leftovers (which, let’s be honest, is a rare occurrence), just pop it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It’ll stay fab for about 2-3 days—but after that, the lettuce might start to get sad. 😢 So, eat up fast!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

If you’re vibing with this, you should totally check out my Caprese Pasta Salad (like, fresh mozzarella is life) or my Cold Asian Noodle Salad. Both are super easy and perf for summer vibes! 🌞🍅

So, what’s your go-to summer dish? I wanna know! 🍽️