Description
This 20-Minute BLT Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the delightful tastes of fresh tomatoes, crisp romaine lettuce, and savory chicken for a quick meal perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or casual weeknight dinners. With creamy dressings bringing everything together, this salad is not only delicious but highly adaptable to your personal taste. Whether enjoyed as a main course or side dish, it’s sure to impress guests with its colorful presentation and satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- 1 cup zesty Italian salad dressing
- 1/2 cup creamy Ranch dressing
- 1 pound cooked chicken (cut into strips or crumbled)
- 2 large ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 10 leaves crispy romaine lettuce (washed, dried, and chopped)
- 1/3 cup red onion (diced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook the bow tie pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Drain the pasta using a colander and rinse under cold water until cool.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a large serving bowl, mix cooled pasta with zesty Italian and Ranch dressings until well-coated.
- Fold in cooked chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, and red onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers. Experiment with different pasta shapes for variety. Use fresh seasonal produce for enhanced flavor.