{"id":245511,"date":"2025-05-17T20:46:48","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T20:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/the-best-blt-pasta-salad\/"},"modified":"2025-05-17T20:46:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T20:46:48","slug":"the-best-blt-pasta-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=245511","title":{"rendered":"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Too hot to cook? Let\u2019s make BLT pasta salad! This easy recipe is the ultimate easy summer side dish, and perfect for parties or picnics.<\/p>\n<p>Like a BLT sandwich, it packs a ton of flavor in every bite. Crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a creamy \u201chomemade\u201d dressing make this pasta salad outrageously delicious!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Big bowl of pasta salad tossed in creamy homemade dressing and topped with bacon, lettuce, and tomato. \" class=\"wp-image-60530\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-500x750.jpg 500w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg\" alt=\"Big bowl of pasta salad tossed in creamy homemade dressing and topped with bacon, lettuce, and tomato. \" class=\"wp-image-60530\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-3-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BLT Pasta Salad Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>Everyone needs a go-to cold pasta salad recipe.. and this BLT pasta salad is mine! We\u2019ve been making it for over 15 years!!! And I see no end in sight. Incredibly easy and 1,364,457 more delicious than store-bought pasta salad\u2026 here\u2019s why you\u2019ll love it:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bite-sized bits of crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion make this taste like a BLT sandwich!<\/li>\n<li>Ready in about 20 minutes, this side-dish is a total crowd-pleaser and perfect for summer celebrations.<\/li>\n<li>Once you cook the pasta and the bacon, you finish the \u201ccooking\u201d part of the recipe.<\/li>\n<li>And yes, you can cook the bacon and cook the pasta in advance to make it even easier!<\/li>\n<li>We mix store-bought ranch dressing with store-bought zesty Italian dressing for the best \u201ccreamy homemade dressing\u201d. The dressings mixed might sound weird but trust me!!!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Green metal pan with pasta salad ingredients inside. \" class=\"wp-image-60532\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-768x960.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg\" alt=\"Green metal pan with pasta salad ingredients inside. \" class=\"wp-image-60532\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-15-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BLT Pasta Salad Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pasta:<\/strong> Because you can\u2019t make pasta salad without pasta, this is the first ingredient we\u2019ll cover! My noodle of choice is farfalle, but any bite-sized pasta will work great. <strong>Try rotini pasta, penne, or even tortellini (see <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/easy-pesto-tortellini-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>pesto tortellini pasta salad<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Store-Bought Italian Dressing:<\/strong> I prefer zesty Italian dressing, but use your favorite brand\/variety! Or make homemade Italian salad dressing and use that. If you can\u2019t find the zesty variety, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of pepper flakes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Store-Bought Ranch Dressing:<\/strong> Aka the secret ingredient for our creamy \u201chomemade\u201d dressing. It adds a subtle creaminess to the pasta salad that\u2019s too-die-for delicious. Feel free to use homemade ranch dressing instead. Or, add in an equal amount of sour cream or full-fat greek yogurt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crispy Bacon:<\/strong> This is one of the ingredients you could prep ahead of time. Cook bacon until crispy, drain and cool, then wrap in plastic wrap. You can store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The chop the crispy bacon into bite sized bits when needed!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomatoes:<\/strong> You\u2019ll use two varieties of tomatoes in this recipe, cherry tomatoes and whole tomatoes diced. <strong>The most important thing is that your tomatoes are fresh, ripe, and juicy.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Romaine:<\/strong> Crunchy leaves of romaine lettuce give this pasta salad ingredient texture. <strong><strong>Don\u2019t add until the end, otherwise it\u2019ll get soggy.<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Red Onion:<\/strong> Adds a pop of color and a kick of flavor to the dish. <strong>Feel free to omit or reduce the amount if you\u2019re not a red onion lover.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt and Pepper:<\/strong> I suggest seasoning to satisfy your own taste buds. So start with a small amount, taste, and add more as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Brown wood bowl with pasta salad, bacon, lettuce, and tomato.\" class=\"wp-image-60527\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-768x960.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg\" alt=\"Brown wood bowl with pasta salad, bacon, lettuce, and tomato.\" class=\"wp-image-60527\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-16-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make BLT Pasta Salad<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook the Pasta:<\/strong> Cook pasta until al dente. Take care not to over cook your pasta! Drain and rinse under cold water (to stop the cooking). Then pour the pasta into a large bowl and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook the Bacon:<\/strong> Add bacon strips to a large hot skillet and cook until crispy on both sides. This usually takes about 6 to 8 minutes, but can vary depending on the pan you use. Transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Dressing: <\/strong>Combine the zesty Italian dressing with the creamy ranch and mix together until well combined. Pour the dressing mixture on top of the cooked pasta and toss well to coat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the Salad Ingredients:<\/strong> Toss in the crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion. I like to add in about 3\/4 of these ingredients and toss well. <strong>Then I top the salad with the remaining ingredients for visual interest.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-63027\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-900x600.jpg 900w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-63027\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-5-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage\/Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n<p>This pasta salad is a quick and easy recipe that\u2019s ready in just 20 minutes! But if you really need to make it in advance, you can. It won\u2019t taste as fresh and crispy, but it will still be delicious. Here are a few pro tips to make it ahead of time:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fry and chop your bacon and store it in the fridge. You can do this up to two days in advance.<\/li>\n<li>Cook the pasta and toss it with the salad dressing. Cover and refrigerate. You can do this up to 2 days in advance, but be sure to undercook your pasta by 1 minute. This will ensure it doesn\u2019t get soggy.<\/li>\n<li>Chop salad ingredients, store in individual bowls, cover, and refrigerate. You can do this up to 4 hours in advance. Unfortunately, doing this too far in advance will yield mushy vegetables.<\/li>\n<li>Toss everything together right before serving! Or up to an hour beforehand is fine. You can keep it at room temperature or pop it back into the fridge until needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Or, you could assemble the salad completely, except for the lettuce! Cover the bowl and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Right before serving, toss in the romaine lettuce and serve.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Bowl of pasta salad with lettuce, tomato, and onion on the side.\" class=\"wp-image-60539\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg 799w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-500x750.jpg 500w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl of pasta salad with lettuce, tomato, and onion on the side.\" class=\"wp-image-60539\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/20-minute-blt-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"The Best BLT Pasta Salad!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11.jpg 799w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/BLT-Pasta-Salad-11-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools for this Recipe<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3FRlABK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Large Pasta Salad Bowl with Servers:<\/a> Nice and sturdy and looks absolutely beautiful on the table.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3KezKzr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Large Pasta Pot:<\/a> This is our go-to pasta pot, large enough to handle any size or shape noodle.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3LVKJil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pasta Strainer:<\/a> This one is so easy to use because you can sit it right in the sink.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JSL82m\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Large Skillet:<\/a> My preferred pan for cooking crispy bacon (and other delicious things like pancakes and french toast!).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3lJESlw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chef\u2019s Knife:<\/a> You\u2019re going to need a sharp knife for chopping all of those salad ingredients!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3nonh30\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cutting Board:<\/a> Perfect for chopping\u2026 then tossing in the dishwasher!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This post may contain affiliate links! 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Let\u2019s make BLT pasta salad! This easy recipe is the ultimate easy summer side dish, and perfect for parties or picnics. Like a BLT sandwich, it packs a ton of flavor in every bite. Crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a creamy \u201chomemade\u201d dressing make this pasta salad outrageously delicious! 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