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Creamy Pasta Salad

Creamy Pasta Salad That Will Wow at Your Next BBQ

A delectable creamy pasta salad featuring bacon and peas that is perfect for any BBQ or potluck.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Small Pasta Noodles Any small shape like elbow macaroni or shells.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed before use.
  • 6 slices Thick Cut Bacon Cooked and crumbled.
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Can swap for feta if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar is an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the Ingredients: Thaw peas, cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, drain and crumble.
  3. Make the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
  4. Combine the Salad: In a large bowl, mix pasta, peas, bacon, and Parmesan, fold in the dressing.
  5. Chill or Serve: Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This creamy pasta salad is customizable; feel free to add your favorite ingredients.

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