For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences. Cucumber, bell peppers, or red onion would also be delicious additions. If you're making this salad ahead of time, toss the avocado with a little lemon juice to prevent browning. For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and add a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a savory flavor.
Sarah's Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS18
A vibrant and refreshingly simple pasta salad, perfect for a light lunch or a quick side dish. Combining al dente pasta with creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, and a zesty ranch dressing, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that comes together in minutes.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate47 g
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Cholesterol14 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium424 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. (2 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. (10 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. (2 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
In a large bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta, diced avocado, diced tomato (or halved cherry/grape tomatoes), Ranch dressing, and crumbled bacon. (3 minutes)
05
Step
3 mins
Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
06
Step
30 mins
Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. (15 minutes)
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Dedrick Gislason
May 21, 2025This is my go-to recipe for potlucks! Everyone always raves about it.
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