BLT Pasta Salad

This BLT pasta salad with crispy bacon, romaine lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and shell pasta tossed in creamy ranch dressing is perfect for summer parties or get-togethers.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 363 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 pound sliced bacon
• 1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell pasta
• 1.5 cups light Ranch-style salad dressing
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 romaine heart, shredded (about 3 cups)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crisp. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels; crumble and set aside.

Step 3

Combine pasta, 3/4 of the bacon, tomatoes, onion, ranch dressing, and pepper in a large bowl; toss to coat. Mix in lettuce. Top with remaining bacon.