Description
This Club Sandwich Pasta Salad is a delightful medley of creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and savory meats, creating a refreshing and satisfying dish. Each bite bursts with flavor, from the tangy pickles to the smoky bacon, all enveloped in perfectly cooked pasta that adds a delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pasta: 8 ounces rotini or fusilli, cooked and drained
- Meats:
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- Vegetables:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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