How to Make BLT Pasta Salad with Mayo - A Step-by-Step Guide

BLT pasta salad with mayo is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich with the creamy texture of a pasta salad. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and is sure to be a hit at potlucks, picnics, and barbecues.

The key ingredients for this recipe include bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and pasta, all of which are tossed in a creamy mayo-based dressing. The result is a dish that is both refreshing and indulgent, with the perfe...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
  • ⅓ cup tomato-based chile sauce
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 large tomato - cored, seeded, and diced
  • ½ cup sliced green onion tops
  • 6 cups shredded lettuce

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Refrigerate when cool.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons lemon juice over the diced avocado.
  • Combine mayonnaise, creamy dressing, chile sauce, 1/4 cup lemon juice, chicken bouillon, and sugar. Stir in the cooked macaroni, avocado, tomato, and green onions. Cover tightly and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 6 hours. Mix in lettuce and the reserved bacon just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    425 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 889mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 521mg