Peas Pasta Bacon Salad
Elevate your next meal with this irresistible Peas Pasta Bacon Salad—a perfect blend of creamy, savory, and refreshing flavors! Tender pasta shells, vibrant green peas, and crispy bacon come together in a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic and lemon. This quick and easy pasta salad takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or a satisfying lunch. Serve it chilled and garnished with fresh parsley for a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. A crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity with bold flavors!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams pasta (small shapes such as rotini or shells)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it into small pieces once cool.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil and cook the frozen peas for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse them with cold water to preserve their vibrant color and set aside.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the creamy dressing.
Step 5
Add the cooked pasta, peas, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
For best results, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Just before serving, garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (853.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2747.9 |
| Total Fat 218.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 340.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4150.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.9g | |
| Protein 43.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 232.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 798.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories