One of the best things about BLT Pasta Salad is how easy it is to customize. You can add shredded cheese, avocado, green onions, or even grilled chicken for extra flavor and protein. It’s also a great make-ahead dish—just store it in the refrigerator and add the lettuce right before serving to keep it crisp. With its creamy texture, smoky bacon, and fresh vegetables, BLT Pasta Salad is always a crowd-pleasing favorite that disappears quickly from the table.
Ingredients
12 ounces pasta (rotini or bowtie)
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
For the dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, green onions, and shredded cheese if using.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the chopped lettuce just before serving to keep it crisp.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if desired, then serve.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings 🥓🥗🍅