Creamy Pasta Salad
Creamy Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion, bursting with flavor and texture. This delightful salad features tender pasta, sweet peas, and crispy Turkey Bacon, all enveloped in a rich and creamy dressing. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, attending a potluck, or enjoying a family dinner, this dish is sure to impress guests with its vibrant colors and satisfying taste. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s also an excellent make-ahead option that lets the flavors meld beautifully. Your next gathering will be incomplete without this crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz small pasta noodles
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 12 oz thick cut 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 pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- While pasta cooks, chop the cooked Turkey Bacon and grate the Parmesan cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta noodles, peas, Turkey Bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Pour dressing over and mix well.
- Chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours for optimal flavor or serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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