Creamy Pasta Salad
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Creamy Pasta Salad, a perfect blend of tender pasta, vibrant peas, and crispy turkey turkey turkey bacon enveloped in a smooth, homemade dressing. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making it an ideal option for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners. With its creamy texture and fresh ingredients, each bite offers comfort and satisfaction. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to suit your taste. Make it ahead of time for enhanced flavors that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz small pasta noodles
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 12 oz thick-cut turkey turkey turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 TBS olive oil
- 1 TBS 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 the pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, thaw peas and cook turkey bacon; chop once cooked.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, peas, chopped turkey bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Pour dressing over the mixture and stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill for 1 to 2 hours for optimal flavor before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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