Classic Pasta Salad: Easy, Fresh, and Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful classic pasta salad combining fresh ingredients with the savory taste of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and mozzarella cheese.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Classic Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipes