BLT PASTA SALAD WITH RANCH DRESSING

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The same ingredients that compose a great sandwich create a superb salad for six in less than half an hour.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
4 slices bacon
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (1/4 cup)
1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, cut in half or 3 roma tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup reduced-calorie ranch dressing
6 leaves romaine or iceberg lettuce

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat about 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces or cut into thirds.
  • In large bowl, mix pasta, onion and tomatoes; toss gently with dressing to coat. Place lettuce leaf on each of 6 salad plates; divide pasta mixture evenly along plates. Sprinkle each with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Vilisi Nairogo
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ibrahim shiyanbola
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Pitso Molatoli
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon and lettuce. It's also a very affordable dish to make.


Hassan Solomon
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add some chopped hard-boiled eggs or crumbled feta cheese.


Sajoo Muhmad
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before a party or picnic, and it's always a hit.


Kathy Carrie
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I'm not a huge fan of ranch dressing, but I really enjoyed the dressing in this pasta salad. It was creamy and tangy, and it perfectly complemented the bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.


Nicolina Clarke
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Liza Kha
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Travis Snow
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This BLT pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon. It's also a very affordable dish to make, which is always a plus.


Amtiaz Khan
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit. It's the perfect dish to transport because it doesn't wilt or get soggy. The flavors are also very well-balanced.


Callahan
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This pasta salad is a great way to sneak some veggies into your kids. My kids love the bacon and the ranch dressing, and they don't even notice the lettuce and tomatoes.


FrankPlayZ!
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I'm usually not a fan of pasta salads, but this BLT pasta salad is an exception. The combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes is always a winner, and the ranch dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Usama Awais
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BLT pasta salad is a classic summer dish that is always a crowd-pleaser. I love the simplicity of the recipe and the fact that it can be made ahead of time. The ranch dressing is the perfect complement to the bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.


Miraz Hasan
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This BLT pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon and lettuce. It's also a very versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. I like to add some chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.


sagina ansari
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I was skeptical about the BLT pasta salad with ranch dressing, but it turned out to be delicious! The dressing was creamy and tangy, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Komal Ahmed
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BLT pasta salad with ranch dressing was a hit at our summer potluck! It was quick and easy to make, and everyone loved the combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes in a creamy ranch dressing. I will definitely be making this again for future gathe