Description
Pea Pasta Salad is a vibrant and creamy dish that’s ideal for any gathering, from potlucks to BBQs. This delightful salad features the natural sweetness of peas combined with the comforting texture of mini pasta shells, creating a colorful presentation that captivates guests. Tossed in a rich ranch dressing and enhanced with turkey bacon, it’s not just delicious but also refreshing when served cold. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this Pea Pasta Salad is sure to impress everyone at your next event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. mini pasta shells (cooked and cooled)
- 2 cups frozen peas (frozen or refrigerator thawed)
- 1 cup real mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 6 strips turkey bacon (cooked and chopped into small pieces)
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon until crispy; chop into small pieces.
- Boil mini pasta shells per package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta shells, peas, turkey bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions in the bowl; fold gently to coat with dressing.
- Refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight for best flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg