Description

Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors in this BLT Pasta Salad with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. With crispy bacon, fresh romaine, and creamy dressing, it’s a quick and satisfying meal choice perfect for gatherings or a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup buttermilk, well shaken
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, dill, parsley, or chives, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 dashes Tabasco or other hot sauce
Coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 pound bacon
2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed and dried (about 16 cups of loosely packed lettuce)
1 pound grape or Roma tomatoes
1–1 1/2 pounds cheese-filled ravioli
1–2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix

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Instructions

Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar and shake until well blended. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to pulse ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.

Notes

Feel free to mix herbs according to your taste preference.
For a little extra crunch, add some croutons just before serving.
This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 25mg