BLT Pasta Salad with Avocado
Enjoy a fresh twist on a classic favorite with this BLT Pasta Salad with Avocado creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor in every bite! Crisp bacon, juicy tomatoes, and tender pasta are tossed together with buttery avocado and a rich, tangy dressing that brings it all to life.
Ingredients
- For the Salad
- 3 cups cooked pasta (rotini, fusilli, or penne)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced (optional)
- For the Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and cool under cold water.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside.
- Prepare all vegetables and avocado.
- In a bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Add pasta, bacon, veggies, and avocado to a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over and toss gently until fully combined.
- Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.