Creamy Pasta Salad
Creamy Pasta Salad is a deliciously rich dish that combines tender pasta, vibrant peas, and crispy turkey bacon, all enveloped in a smooth and creamy dressing. Perfect for any occasion—from casual family dinners to festive potlucks—this salad offers an exciting blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests wanting more. Quick to prepare, it’s also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite veggies or proteins. Chill it beforehand for the best flavor experience, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for summer barbecues or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz small pasta noodles
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 12 oz thick cut turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp granulated sugar (to taste)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- While pasta cooks, thaw peas and chop turkey bacon.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, peas, turkey bacon, and parmesan cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until fully coated.
- Chill for 1-2 hours before serving or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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