Description
Turkey Bacon Pasta Salad with Peas is a creamy and flavorful dish that makes any meal feel special. Perfect for potlucks, summer barbecues, or weeknight dinners, this pasta salad combines crispy turkey bacon and vibrant peas tossed in a zesty Lemon Parmesan dressing. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—and can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables. Whether served as a main dish or side, this salad is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy the delightful flavors while spending more time with your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz medium shells pasta
- 2 cups frozen petite peas (thawed)
- 8 oz thick-cut turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Lemon juice and zest
- Olive oil
- Dried herbs (basil, chives)
Instructions
- Whisk together dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and herbs in a medium bowl. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water; drizzle with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, thawed peas, turkey bacon, and chilled dressing. Toss until evenly coated.
- For later serving: Mix half of the dressing with pasta and peas; refrigerate covered. Add remaining dressing and turkey bacon right before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg