BLT Tortellini Pasta Salad
Inspired by a classic BLT sandwich, this pasta salad is outrageously good with the addition of cheese tortellini and a light creamy dressing! This easy to make recipe is just the thing for any cookout, potluck, or family gathering.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 432kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound package three-cheese tortellini pasta
- 3 cups washed and chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 pint sliced grape or cherry tomatoes
- 4-5 slices cooked and chopped bacon
- 1 8-ounce package mozzarella pearls
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons or 1 package Ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- To a pot of boiling, salted water, add pasta, and cook according to package directions. When pasta is cooked, drain and rinse with cool water. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- In a jar with a lid, add the mayonnaise, milk, Ranch seasoning, dill, and pepper. Screw on the lid and shake to combine all the ingredients.
- Add the cooled pasta, chopped lettuce, tomatoes, and bacon along with the mozzarella pearls to a large bowl. Pour over the dressing, then toss everything together. Taste and add salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator, covered.
Nutrition
Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 861mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1883IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 226mg | Iron: 2mg