BLT Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 pound bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 3 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, and fresh spinach to the bowl, mixing all the ingredients together.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and combine thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve the salad chilled and enjoy the delightful flavors of this BLT Pasta Salad.
This salad is a delightful and innovative twist on the classic BLT. The combination of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and tender pasta, all enveloped in a tangy and creamy dressing, is simply irresistible. It’s a must-try recipe that promises to be a hit. Give it a try and share your experience!