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Delicious BLT Macaroni Salad with bacon, lettuce, and tomato flavors
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BLT Macaroni Salad

A creamy, crave-worthy mashup of the beloved BLT sandwich and timeless macaroni salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Summer
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni

Bacon

  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

Vegetables

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced

Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Step 2: While the pasta is cooking, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble into pieces.
  • Step 3: In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, and green onions.
  • Step 4: Add mayonnaise and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed cold. You can prep it a day in advance and stir in a spoonful of mayo if it seems dry the next day.