BLT Pasta Salad

This BLT pasta salad with crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and pasta shells tossed in creamy salad dressing is perfect for summer potlucks and parties.

• 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

Enjoy!

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crisp.

Step 5

Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels; crumble and set aside.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Mix in lettuce. Top with remaining bacon.