BLT Pasta Salad with Ranch (Printer-Friendly)
Pasta, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and ranch come together in this fresh and flavorful crowd favorite.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Salad Base
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250 grams uncooked bow tie pasta
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6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
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1 medium tomato, diced
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4 cooked bacon strips, chopped
→ Dressing
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120 millilitres ranch dressing
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1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
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0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
# Steps to Prepare:
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Boil bow tie pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly, then rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
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In a spacious mixing bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomato, chopped cooked bacon, and cooled pasta.
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Drizzle ranch dressing and barbecue sauce evenly over ingredients. Gently toss until all components are well coated.
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Season with ground black pepper. Serve immediately for best texture and flavour.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Ensure the pasta is fully cooled before combining with lettuce to preserve freshness and prevent wilting.
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Add grilled chicken for additional protein and to serve as a main course.