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Creamy Pasta Salad

Creamy Pasta Salad That Will Wow Your Summer Gatherings

This Creamy Pasta Salad is a versatility-filled, crowd-pleasing dish that features pasta, peas, and bacon, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Small Pasta Noodles Any small pasta shape can be used.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed.
  • 6 slices Thick Cut Bacon Cooked and chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for a vegan version.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • box grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the ingredients: thaw peas, cook bacon until crispy, and grate the Parmesan cheese.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, peas, crumbled bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Pour the dressing over and mix well.
  5. Chill in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours before serving for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients according to your taste preferences. Consider making extra dressing to keep the salad creamy upon serving.

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