Description
Creamy Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad is a tantalizing dish that balances the savory crunch of crispy bacon with the sweet freshness of peas in a luscious creamy dressing. This salad is not only quick to make, taking just 30 minutes, but it’s also incredibly versatile—perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a delightful appetizer. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s bound to be a favorite among both kids and adults at any gathering. Whether you serve it as a standalone meal or a side dish, this pasta salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- Pasta (bowtie or rotini)
- Fresh or frozen peas
- Crispy bacon bits
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta, peas, bacon bits, and Parmesan in a large bowl. Toss with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg