Delicious Cavatappi BLT Salad Recipe – Perfect for Any Occasion!
The refreshing world of salads with our Cavatappi BLT Salad! This dish combines the beloved flavors of a classic BLT with the twist of cavatappi pasta, making it a perfect choice for lunch or a light dinner. With crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, savory bacon, and a tangy dressing, this salad is bound to be a hit at your next gathering or a cozy meal at home. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, it’s a culinary delight that promises satisfaction in every bite!
Cavatappi BLT Salad
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minutesDive into the refreshing world of salads with our Cavatappi BLT Salad! This dish combines the beloved flavors of a classic BLT with the twist of cavatappi pasta, making it a perfect choice for lunch or a light dinner. With crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, savory bacon, and a tangy dressing, this salad is bound to be a hit at your next gathering or a cozy meal at home. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, it’s a culinary delight that promises satisfaction in every bite!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups cooked cavatappi pasta, chilled and drained
1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons crispy bacon bits
1/2 cup low-fat Thousand Island dressing
2 1/2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce
- Alternative Ingredients
Whole wheat cavatappi pasta replaces regular cavatappi pasta for a healthier option.
Turkey bacon bits replace regular bacon bits for a lower fat content.
Low-calorie ranch dressing can be used instead of Thousand Island dressing for a different flavor profile.
Directions
- Mixing Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled cavatappi pasta with diced tomatoes and sliced green onions. Sprinkle in the bacon bits for added flavor. (Approximately 5 minutes)
- Adding Dressing – Pour the Thousand Island dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Cover the bowl and set it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes to blend the flavors. (Approximately 35 minutes)
- Final Touches – Just before serving, add the shredded lettuce to the bowl. Toss everything gently once more to distribute the lettuce throughout the salad. Serve chilled. (Approximately 10 minutes)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- colander
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 145kcal
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
- Sodium: 433mg
- Potassium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Vitamin A: 10IU
- Vitamin C: 15mg
- Calcium: 27mg
- Iron: 1mg
