Description
A comforting and fresh take on the classic BLT, this avocado pasta salad is perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings, combining creamy avocado, turkey bacon, and vibrant cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 4 slices of turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced avocado, crumbled turkey bacon, cherry tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding black beans, corn, or fresh herbs for added flavor. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be made ahead by adding lettuce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg