Creamy Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad
Creamy Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that combines sweet peas with crispy bacon, all enveloped in a luscious creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a cozy family dinner, this pasta salad is easy to prepare and always satisfies. Its harmonious blend of flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser among both kids and adults. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to enjoy the deliciousness without the last-minute rush.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Pasta (rotini or penne)
- Fresh or frozen peas
- Crispy bacon
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool.
- In a skillet, fry bacon until crispy. Let it cool and crumble into pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta, peas, crumbled bacon, and grated Parmesan in a large bowl. Add the dressing and mix gently until well-coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg