Description
Creamy Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of tender pasta, sweet peas, and crispy bacon, all enveloped in a rich, creamy dressing. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve at potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners. With its combination of flavors and textures, it’s sure to please crowds of all ages. Plus, this salad tastes even better when chilled, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully. Whether you’re looking for a side dish or a light meal option, this creamy pasta salad will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz small pasta noodles
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 12 oz thick cut bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the peas and bacon while the pasta cooks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, peas, bacon, and parmesan cheese. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving or enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg