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Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Club Sandwich Pasta Salad: A Creamy Twist for Summer Fun

This Club Sandwich Pasta Salad combines smoky bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce in a delicious ranch dressing, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta or any short pasta shape
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups lettuce chopped; can substitute with spinach or arugula
  • 1 cup tomatoes halved; cherry tomatoes are sweeter
For the Proteins
  • 8 oz cooked bacon can substitute with turkey bacon
  • 1 cup cooked turkey and ham can try chicken or tofu
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup cheese cubes cheddar or mozzarella can be used
  • 1 cup ranch dressing homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the tri-color rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and halve the tomatoes. Dice the cooked bacon, turkey, and ham into small cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped lettuce, halved tomatoes, diced bacon, turkey, ham, and cheese cubes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together mayo and ranch seasoning until smooth. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  5. Pour the ranch dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to swap ingredients based on your taste preferences. This salad can be made in advance for enhanced flavor.

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