BLT Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: BLT Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta; 1/2 cup milk; 12 ounces lean bacon; 3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 clove garlic, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sour cream; 4 tablespoons chopped chives or scallion greens; 5 heads Bibb lettuce, quartered, or 5 cups chopped romaine hearts

Servings: persons

12 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta
1/2 cup milk
12 ounces lean bacon
3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons chopped chives or scallion greens
5 heads Bibb lettuce, quartered, or 5 cups chopped romaine hearts

1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water as the label directs.
2
Drain and toss with the milk in a large bowl; set aside.
3
Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.
4
Drain on paper towels.
5
Discard all but 3 tablespoons drippings from the pan.
6
Add the tomatoes, thyme and garlic to the pan and toss until warmed through; season with salt and pepper.
7
Crumble the bacon into bite-size pieces; set aside 1/4 cup for garnish.
8
Toss the remaining bacon and the tomato mixture with the pasta.
9
Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream and 3 tablespoons chives with the pasta until evenly combined.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Add the lettuce; toss again to coat.
12
Garnish with the reserved bacon and the remaining 1 tablespoon chives.
13
Serve at room temperature.
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Per serving: Calories 960; Fat 56 g (Sat.
15
20 g; Mono.
16
30 g; Poly.
17
18 g); Cholesterol 125 mg; Sodium 2,114 mg; Carbohydrate 73 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 44 g
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Photography by Antonis Achilleos

1193

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta, 1/2 cup milk, 12 ounces lean bacon, 3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, BLT Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BLT Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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